A Plan for Pops

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"A positive and realistic representation of both a wheelchair user and an elderly, interracial gay male couple. " "[Children] will be instantly drawn in by the warmth and love that binds these three characters together." "A marvelous book on many, many levels and deserves a wide readership. Pick it up for your children, grandchildren, grandparents, or others in your lives, and recommend it to all the children’s librarians you know." "Add this one to your go-to list." "Accompanied by Kerrigan's muted, pastel-coloured illustrations… Smith's narrative creates a fully rounded and sympathetic storyline with characters with whom youngsters will likely be able to identify…A delicious, enjoyable, and necessary narrative for modern families with a non-normative makeup. Highly Recommended." "A fond and sympathetic story, told with attractive particulars, of the challenging pitfalls of aging and their effects on the family…[A] welcome reminder that even after a daunting change, family can still be family." "A beautiful and uplifting book to help children learn how to handle challenges and help others; a great choice for intergenerational picture book shelves." "The bond between Lou and [their] loving grandparents shines through in this unique story. The matter-of-factness of their relationship is worth noting, as this type of representation for same-sex couples will help children appreciate the diversity that exists in many families, without overstating it." “Smith’s characters are real and honest…Kerrigan’s digital artwork…is both engaging and touching.” “Whatever message a young child gets out of this book, it will be a powerful one… This book is an excellent choice for the pre-school land the early elementary-aged child.” “A warm intergenerational story accompanied by expressive illustrations full of engaging detail.” “One of those books that bursts out of its ages 3 - 5 range because of its tender, funny pictures and heartwarming storyline that speak to the best in humanity, at any age.”

"Uplifting and empowering, A Plan for Pops is a great read with inspiring messaging and lovely illustrations."

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