These two books are read together and are covered in a single guide
By Jonathan Meres, illus. Hannah Coulson
Sherman loves the moon and he loves his grandpa even more – he has actually been to the moon! Grandpa was an astronaut and has a chunk of moon rock on his mantlepiece. Playing space games with Grandpa is one of Sherman’s most favourite things so he’s thrilled to hear that’s exactly what a visit to Grandpa will involve.
family • grief • space • adventure
85 pages
RA – 5-6
By Joseph Coelho and Allison Colpoys
A moving, lyrical picture book about a young girl’s love for her grandad and how she copes when he dies. A beautifully illustrated, powerful and ultimately uplifting text. Works alongside Grandpa was an Astronaut
grief • family • memories
32 pages
RA – 5-6