Description
Book SynopsisWhen popular Ruben Plotnick invites himself over, David is particularly worried about how this class clown will react to Grandma Rosie and her unpredictable behaviour. But the visit turns out to be a great success and a revelation to David, who learns something about Ruben and more about himself.
Trade Review"This is a story about real family values, compassion for others and how kids are often smarter than we think." --Simms Taback, author, Joseph Had a Little Overcoat and There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly
"[This book] waltzed into my heart and touched it in a way that no other children's book has." --Barbara Gruener, AcademicPlanet.com
"A lovely book about friendship and seeing people as they really are. Kids will think it's terrific fun. . ." --MyShelf.com
"Charming...lovely, filled with colorful illustrations that will make you smile." --Eclectic Homeschool Online
"Every character expands beyond stereotype will help kids cope with their own concerns about being less than perfect." -- GRAND magazine
"So touching and great for your kids . . . a terrific book. Really, a terrific book." --Dr. Laura Schlessinger, radio show host
"This sensitive and clever story deals with school-age embarassment and what dementia looks like from a child's perspective." --National Institute on Aging
"A truly delightful story . . . a must have in school libraries." -- Children's Literature
