Books About Nursing Homes And Care Centers

The Best Nursing Homes And Care Centers Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about nursing homes and care centers? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Grandpa's Great Escape
The Odds
The Reckless Club
Eddie Whatever
Series
The Shortlist

Our 8 Favorite Books About Nursing Homes And Care Centers

Newspaper Hats
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

Newspaper Hats

By Phil Cummings, Owen Swan (Illustrator)

A child helps her grandpa remember through the art of making newspaper hats, bridging memory gaps with love and creativity.

32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 127 ratings
$16.95Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: Georgie visits her Grandpa, who struggles with Alzheimer's, at his retirement home. Though he often forgets her, he remembers how to make newspaper hats. Together, they create hats for all his friends, finding joy and connection in shared memories. This touching story explores the challenges of memory loss from a child's perspective, offering hope and understanding through simple acts of love and creativity.
Grandpa's Great Escape
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Grandpa's Great Escape

By David Walliams, Tony Ross (Illustrator)

A boy helps his grandfather escape a sinister care home, believing he's back in WWII.

480 pages· 46,352 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 11,963 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Jack's grandfather, once a WWII Spitfire pilot, now believes he's still in the war. When he's sent to a care home run by the ominous Matron Swine, Jack must devise a bold plan to rescue him. Can Jack help Grandpa reclaim his freedom, or will they be grounded by the past? Adventure and heart collide in this daring escape tale.
The Odds
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The Odds

By Lindsay Puckett

A girl must unlock her hidden power to save her haunted home before her 11th birthday or lose everything.

272 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 144 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: In a haunted manor where everyone is Odd, Begonia is the only one waiting for her power. With her home facing closure and her 11th birthday looming, she must discover her Oddity or be sent to the normal world, losing her family forever. Teaming up with an unlikely ally, she battles ghosts, humans, and self-doubt to save the only family she's ever known. Can Begonia unlock her power in time, or will she be forced to leave the magical world behind?
Oma's Quilt
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$1498
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2001

Oma's Quilt

By Paulette Bourgeois, Stephane Jorisch (Illustrator)

Emily must find a way to bring joy to her grandmother's new life away from home.

32 pages· 917 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 155 ratings
$15.95Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: Emily's grandmother struggles to adjust to her new life in a retirement home, missing the memories of her old house. As Emily sorts through Oma's cherished belongings, she discovers a creative way to bring comfort and happiness back to her grandmother. Can a patchwork quilt stitched with love and memories bridge the gap between past and present? Join Emily on a heartfelt journey of family, nostalgia, and the power of creativity to heal and connect.
Horrible Harry and the Holidaze
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2003

Horrible Harry and the Holidaze

By Suzy Kline, Frank Remkiewicz (Illustrator) · Horrible Harry series

A boy navigates the challenges of the holiday season with the help of his classmates and teacher.

67 pages· 5,770 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 615 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: In Room 3B, holiday cheer abounds as students explore diverse celebrations like Kwanzaa and Korean New Year. Yet, Harry remains unmoved, indifferent to festivities, the class pet, and even a new student. What secret weighs on Harry's heart, and can his classmates uncover it before the season ends? Discover the mystery behind Harry's holiday blues.
The Reckless Club
Sale price
$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Reckless Club

By Beth Vrabel

Five kids face unexpected bonds and revelations during a day of punishment at a retirement home.

256 pages· 57,459 words· Est. 8 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 219 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: On their last day of middle school, five misfit kids pull pranks, thinking they'll escape trouble. Instead, they're sentenced to a day at Northbrook Retirement Home. As they serve meals and entertain residents, they uncover secrets about themselves and each other. Will this day of punishment forge unexpected friendships and change their paths forever? Each hour reveals new truths and challenges, pushing them to confront who they are and who they want to become.
Eddie Whatever
Sale price
$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Eddie Whatever

By Lois Ruby · Silver Brook series

A teen volunteer uncovers secrets, a ghost rumor, and a thief at a retirement home.

264 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 134 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: Eddie's bar mitzvah project at Silver Brook Pavilion turns into an unexpected adventure. The residents, with their hidden pasts and a rumored ghost, challenge his views on the elderly. When a thief strikes and suspicion falls on him, Eddie must clear his name. Teaming up with Tessa, his fellow volunteer and crush, they dive into the mysteries of Silver Brook. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?
Sunshine Home
Sale price
$674
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1994

Sunshine Home

By Eve Bunting, Diane de Groat (Illustrator)

A boy confronts family denial when his grandmother is hospitalized.

32 pages· 1,512 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 77 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Tim faces a family crisis when his beloved Gram is moved to a nursing home after breaking her hip. As his parents maintain a facade of normalcy, Tim struggles with the unspoken tension. During visits, he discovers the power of honesty and helps his family confront their true emotions. Can Tim bridge the gap between pretense and reality, or will silence prevail? This heartfelt journey explores the complexities of family dynamics and the courage it takes to face the truth.
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