Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs

Written by Tomie dePaola

A young boy learns to say goodbye to a beloved family member.

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32 pages· AD610L

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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

Themes & topics

Books about grandma Books about coping with death Books about death Books about bereavement Books about family

What readers & critics say

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“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.”

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