Tree. Table. Book.

Reach for this book when your child starts noticing an older loved one repeating stories, forgetting names, or acting differently than they used to. It is an essential resource for families navigating the beginning stages of dementia or cognitive decline through the eyes of a child. The story follows Sophie, a young girl who forms a deep, cross generational friendship with her neighbor, Sophie, who is eighty years her senior. Together, they navigate the complexities of memory and the frustration of losing pieces of one's past. This is a quiet, contemplative read for children ages 8 to 12. It serves as a gentle bridge for difficult conversations, focusing on how love and presence remain even when memories begin to fade. Parents will appreciate Lois Lowry's trademark honesty and her ability to handle heavy topics with a light, hopeful touch.