Like any other young child, Chloe still has a lot to learn about life, and, as she grows older, the lessons only get tougher. It seems like new challenges await her at every corner, and some of them are pretty difficult to maneuver.
When she starts noticing peculiar changes in her grandmother's behavior, Chloe realizes that she's not the only one in her family who has to confront the challenges of getting older. And, when she finds out that her friend Heather is experiencing similar things with her grandfather, Chloe realizes that she's not the only kid who has to cope with a loved one's memory loss and confusion.
Why Does Grandma Call Me Jenny? is a must-read for any child involved in the life of someone with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or any other condition consequent of aging. A heartfelt and hopeful book, it introduces young readers to some of the sensitive situations their older relatives may go through as they age. Empowering, upbeat, and fun, it also gives our little ones a unique, creative way to bridge the multigenerational gap between themselves and their elders, so that they can create memories that will last them a lifetime.
About the Author: Karen Kruse Strobhar graduated from Kean College in New Jersey, where she studied special education and obtained the know-how necessary to build a successful career focused on helping children with special needs. A proud and loving mom and grandma, she currently lives in Dayton, Ohio, and remains in close contact to her two grown daughters and five grandchildren, who live nearby.
A prolific writer, Strobhar has had a number of articles and short stories published, and she is continually brainstorming new ideas for both children's and general audience books. Her debut book, Why Does Grandma Call Me Jenny?, uniquely combines her incredible ability to relate to, and understand, young children with her longtime passion for photography. Additionally, she had the personal experiences of raising her daughters through both her mother's and her mother-in-law's struggles with dementia.
