From Patricia MacLachlan, beloved author of the Newbery Medal-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall, comes a touching story that teaches children how to look at the world in different ways.
John's favorite house is his grandfather's--not because it is fancy or new but because he sees it through his Grandpa's eyes. Grandpa is blind, and so when John visits him he gets to see things from a new perspective. If he closes his eyes, everything comes alive through sound and touch. This house is the place where John gets to experience the special way Grandpa sees and moves in the world.
"The story stands as a warm picture of old-young bonding and simple family sharing." -- ALABooklist
"Patricia MacLachlan has created a finely tuned melody of love in her exquisite picture book." -- The Family Journal
Patricia MacLachlan (1938-2022) was the celebrated author of many timeless books for young readers, including Sarah, Plain and Tall, winner of the Newbery Medal. She was also the author of many beloved picture books, a number of which she cowrote with her daughter, Emily.
Deborah Kogan Ray has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Philadelphia, PA.
Target age: 4 to 8
HarperCollins
Pub Date: June 29, 1983
0.3" H x 7.8" L x 6.8" W
40 pages
Paperback