Book details
When Your Mum Was Little (Family Memories)
Description
Mums and dads relate childhood memories from the 1960s and 70s, illustrated with lively artwork and photographs of objects and events from that era. The book includes a timeline and suggested questions for young readers to explore growing up in the past.
Age
6-9
Text complexity
proficient
Length
30 pages
Why to read
- Reason 1: Provides a unique perspective on family history, allowing children to understand and appreciate their mother's childhood experiences.
- Reason 2: Encourages intergenerational bonding by opening up conversations between children and parents about the past.
- Reason 3: Offers educational value by teaching children about the cultural and societal differences between their mother's generation and their own.
- Reason 4: Features engaging storytelling and illustrations that captivate young readers and foster a love for reading.