What Lolo Wants
What Lolo Wants by Cristina Oxtra is a touching picture book published by Kids Can Press Ltd on October 1, 2024. This 32-page story explores the bond between Maria and her grandfather, Lolo, as they share their love for drawing. When Lolo’s health begins to decline, Maria faces the challenge of helping him communicate, highlighting the importance of connection through art.
Readers will find a narrative that emphasizes love and creativity in the face of adversity. As Maria navigates Lolo’s changing condition, the story delves into themes of health and daily living, illustrating how their shared artistic passion may bridge the gap when words are no longer enough. This edition, presented in English, invites young readers to reflect on the power of expression and the enduring nature of familial bonds.
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A heartwarming story about love beyond words. Every night, Maria and Lolo, her grandfather, draw together. Maria marvels at how Lolo can draw anything: Lola cooking, sampaguita blooming, maya birds perching. One day, though, things start to change. Lolo is not well. And when Maria asks him to draw, he says he needs to rest. Not long after, Lolo begins forgetting people’s names, and soon he cannot find the words for what he wants. Maria tries to find some way to help Lolo communicate – could their shared love of drawing be the answer? This sweet and moving picture book shows the power of art, even when words fail us.
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