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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1973
Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs
A young boy learns to say goodbye to a beloved family member.
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Tommy, a curious four-year-old, cherishes visits with his grandmother and great-grandmother. But when he learns Nana Upstairs won't be there anymore, he faces the heartache of saying goodbye. This tender tale explores the bonds of family and the bittersweet moments of growing up. How will Tommy cope with loss and cherish the memories of those he loves? Discover a story that resonates across generations, capturing the essence of love and remembrance.
From the publisher
Four-year-old Tommy enjoys his relationship with both his grandmother and great-grandmother, but eventually learns to face their inevitable death.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD610L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.0
out of 7
4.0
“This book may be helpful to a young child trying to understand when a relative passes away. The illustrations are simple and the story is easily re-read.”
The Notorious RAD
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The author
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 5529
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 1997
- First published
- January 1, 1973
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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