Kate Simpson is a celebrated author of picture books, known for her insightful explorations of family relationships. Her work, particularly Dear Grandpa, employs a unique epistolary style to depict the enduring bond between a child and their grandparent, even when separated by distance. Simpson's writing delves into the emotional landscape of connection and the power of communication to maintain closeness. She crafts narratives that resonate with warmth and tenderness, highlighting the significance of intergenerational ties.
In a world where paper is obsolete, twelve-year-old Lydia must solve the disappearance of her parents, save her home and the Paper Museum, and repair her relationship with her best friend before her town descends into chaos and everything is lost.
Suitable for Adult Literacy and English-as-a second language students.
Sam Sylvester is a teacher who wants his class to have ambition, and to do great things in life. So he enters them for a sporting competition against the rich students of Greycoats School. The team that he has chosen for the competition think Sam has gone crazy. 'Who, Sir? Me, Sir?' says little Hoomey, his eyes round with horror. 'We'll never beat Greycoats,' the others cry. 'Never in a million years!' But you don't know what you can do - until you try . . .
Perfect for Father's Day, especially for those families who are separated by distance, Dear Grandpa celebrates the bond between grandpa and grandson.