Never Forget Eleanor
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Never Forget Eleanor

By Jason June, Loren Long (Illustrator)

A boy must use words to reconnect with his forgetful grandma.

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40 pages· 725 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Elijah cherishes his time with Grandma Eleanor, known for her storytelling and memory. But when she starts forgetting, and misses their Saturday story session, Elijah must step up. Can he use her beloved words to guide her back? Discover the power of words and love in this touching tale.

From the publisher

This poignant story from New York Times bestselling author Jason June and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long reminds us of the life-changing power of words and the ways we remember the ones we love who’ve been affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia. Perfect for fans of Drawn Together and The Rough Patch. Elijah loves spending time with his grandma Eleanor. She knows all the best words to answer tricky crossword puzzles and to tell the most beautiful stories to her family and friends.Everyone calls her “Never Forget Eleanor” because she remembers every word she reads and person she meets. Lately though, Elijah has started to notice Grandma Eleanor forgetting little things.So when Grandma Eleanor doesn’t show up for her Saturday story session, Elijah will need to find a way to use her favorite words and become the storyteller himself to bring her home.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
725
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
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Published
February 14, 2023
Publisher
HarperCollins
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Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780063039629

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