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The Tide

By Clare Helen Welsh

As the tide changes, can one little girl find her way through Grandad’s disappearing memories?

tender reassuring thought-provoking heart-warming

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing Realistic Fiction

What is The Tide about?

A little girl loves spending time with her grandad, especially days filled with seaside walks, sandcastles and laughter. But Grandad’s dementia means that sometimes he forgets things or becomes confused. Mum explains that his memories are like the tide: sometimes close and lively, sometimes far away and quiet. As the tide comes in, the girl learns to understand Grandad’s changing feelings, cope with her own worries and show him that their love remains strong.

About the author

Clare Helen Welsh is a UK author who loves writing stories for children. She is known for books like 'The Perfect Shelter' and 'How Selfish!' Clare once worked as a primary school teacher and enjoys using her imagination to create exciting adventures. She hopes her books inspire children to read, dream, and have fun.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2019

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