Hello, little bookworms! 📚💖

This week, I have a special treat for you as we dive into the wonderful story My Grandparents & Me by Lucy Branch, with beautiful illustrations by Annelies Billeter. This delightful book captures the unique bond between Sophie and her grandparents, who live far away. Despite the miles between them, they find creative ways to stay connected, like video calls, playing games, and sharing stories. This story beautifully reminds us that love knows no boundaries, whether near or far.

📺 Watch the YouTube Video: See My Grandparents & Me come to life here.



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📘 To purchase 'My Grandparents & Me' within Australia visit:

- https://www.booksbylucy.com/

- https://www.littlesteps.com.au/books/my-grandparents-and-me

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- https://amzn.to/3WGgDmP

✍️ About the Author:

Lucy Branch is a dedicated teacher and mother of two, originally from Hong Kong. Her experiences of staying connected with her grandparents and the challenges faced during COVID-19 have inspired this beautiful story. Lucy's heartfelt writing resonates with families around the world who maintain close ties despite being miles apart.

http://instagram.com/books.bylucy

🎨 About the Illustrator:

Annelies Billeter, based in Melbourne, graduated with a Diploma of Illustration in 2002. She brings warmth and emotion to her illustrations, capturing the essence of family moments with her unique style, blending traditional watercolour and digital mediums.

Key Themes:

• Staying Connected: Exploring the creative ways families stay close, even when they're separated by distance.


• Family Bonds: Highlighting the importance of cherishing relationships, no matter the physical separation.


• Creativity in Connection: Showing how families use technology to keep their bonds strong and make memories.


• Emotional Resilience: Demonstrating the strength and adaptability needed to maintain connections across distances.


• Celebrating the Simple Moments: Appreciating the simple yet precious moments you can share every single day.

About the Author: Lucy Branch is a dedicated teacher and loving mother of two, originally from Hong Kong. Her experiences of staying connected with her grandparents and the challenges faced during COVID-19 have inspired this beautiful story. Lucy's heartfelt writing resonates with families around the world who maintain close ties despite being miles apart. Follow Lucy on Instagram and Facebook.

About the Illustrator: Annelies Billeter, based in Melbourne, graduated with a Diploma of Illustration in 2002. She brings warmth and emotion to her illustrations, capturing the essence of family moments with her unique style, blending traditional watercolour and digital mediums.

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