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list price: $18.95
category: Children's Fiction
published: Apr 2021
ISBN:9781772601756
publisher:
Second Story Press
list price: $18.95
category: Children's Fiction
published: Apr 2021
ISBN:9781772601756
publisher:
Second Story Press
Description
Things are changing for one little girl whose mom is a busy doctor. When her mom has to be in quarantine—sleeping on a cot in their garage to keep the family safe from the virus—the girl does her best to be brave. She and her dad spend time together, she goes to school online, and she helps her grandparents too…making sure to wave so they know it's her!
They join their neighbours outside to thank the doctors and nurses around the world for their hard work. But of course the highlight of the day is when mom comes home, and they wave to each other through the window. A great story to inspire hope and confidence in both little ones and big ones when times may seem uncertain.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 6 to 8
- Grade:
- 1 to 4
- Reading age:
- 6 to 8
Editorial Reviews
...this issue-based story is a timely discussion prompt.
— Kirkus Reviews
"...an excellent read for children who are upset or perplexed by all the changes they have faced in recent months due to the pandemic."
— Winnipeg Free Press
When Mom’s Away is a heartwarming, relatable story that would make for an excellent addition to any school or home library.
— CM: Canadian Review of Materials
Ahmad’s prose is straightforward; textured art by Zaman enlivens each text-heavy page of this realistic pandemic primer.
— Publishers Weekly
