Yaya and the Dan-Tats

POIGNANT AND PLAYFUL: Captures the warmth of a grandparent-grandchild bond through the eyes of a young narrator, celebrating Yaya’s caring and mischievous spirit amid gentle hints of cognitive decline.

RARE LONG-TERM CARE SETTING: A unique picture book set in a long-term care home, presenting a welcoming community and avoiding didactic tones commonly found in books about eldercare.

FINDING JOY AND COMMUNITY: Gently addresses the apprehension kids may feel in eldercare settings, showcasing the friendships and joy that can be found within these spaces.

TENDER REPRESENTATION OF COGNITIVE CHANGES: Without centering on loss, this story acknowledges changes in Yaya’s memory while keeping the tone lighthearted and celebratory.

LEVELING INFO: F-P Guided Code: I - Grade One VI. Lexile Code: Adult Directed 590 L