My Singing Nana

Pat Mora has published over thirty-five books that have earned immense praise. Her recent books include Bookjoy, Wordjoy  The Remembering Day/ El D amp iacute a de los Muertos  andWater Rolls. Her titles have appeared on the ALA Notable Books list, the Texas Bluebonnet Master List, been awarded Pura Belpre honors, been placed on the Notable Books for a Global Society list, and have been honored by the International Latino Book Awards, the Tomas Rivera Mexican American Book Awards, and the Americas Book Awards, and much more. A literacy advocate excited about sharing what she calls amp ldquo bookjoy, amp rdquo she founded the annual Children amp rsquo s Day, Book Day-in Spanish, El d amp iacute a de los ni amp ntilde os, El d amp iacute a de los libros, amp ldquo D amp iacute a. amp rdquo Pat is a popular speaker about creativity, inclusivity, and bookjoy. She is always working on new books. She lives in Santa Fe, NM. Visit patmora.com and patmora_author on Twitter.Alyssa Bermudez is a born-and-bred New Yorker living down under in Tassie! She studied illustration and animation at the Fashion Institute of Technology. As an illustrator and art teacher for students aged 5 amp ndash 75+, she strives to put the KA-POW into stories and learning. She illustrated the popular amp quot Lucia the Luchadora amp quot series and the amp quot Amelia Chamelia amp quot series. Her work can be found amongst books, fabrics, walls, and beyond. She currently resides in stunning Hobart, Australia where adventures await each day. Visit alyssabermudezart.com and bermudezbahama on Twitter and Instagram.

amp ldquo A winning story that also serves as a useful family resource. amp rdquo -Publishers Weeklyamp ldquo A tender tribute to families who have loved ones suffering from dementia. amp rdquo -Kirkus Reviewsamp ldquo Mora does an admirable job portraying a family dealing with the long-term reality of dementia amp hellip the book is worthwhile purchase that provides valuable talking points about dementia and Alzheimer amp rsquo s with young children. amp rdquo amp shy -School Library Journalamp ldquo In a context perfect for the understanding of elementary-aged children, award-winning author and acclaimed literary critic Pat Mora sheds light on the everyday experiences of a family member living with dementia. In My Singing Nana Mora eloquently demonstrates that, despite the hefty toll this devastating disease can take, grandchildren and children alike can still enjoy meaningful and heartfelt relationships with those affected. amp rdquo -San Francisco Book Review