About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about your own childhood or wonders what life was like for their grandparents when they were small. It is a gentle bridge between generations that helps children realize that the elderly people in their lives were once adventurous, playful, and even a little mischievous themselves. Through the character of Artie, an old man sharing stories on his porch, the book explores themes of nostalgia, animal companionship, and the thrill of early 20th-century history. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 9, this chapter book format works beautifully as a transitional reader or a shared family experience. It provides comfort by framing the aging process as a collection of wonderful memories rather than a loss of vitality. Parents will appreciate how it encourages children to view seniors as keepers of exciting secrets and incredible history, fostering a deeper sense of family connection and respect for elders.
