Me and Mrs Moon
Age 7+
Comic Strip Fiction / Graphic Novels Family & Home Stories
A powerful graphic novel illustrating the strength of relationships across the generations and gently introducing the theme of dementia
Maisie and Dylan love Mrs Moon. She picks them up from school every day and they have great fun together. But then things start to get strange: a coat without sleeves, old socks as Christmas decorations, a missing dog, an imaginary folk band…
The children want to help, but what should they do for the best?
Love, loyalty and resilience shine through this powerful graphic story of two children determined to help their friend, Mrs Moon.
Creators
Helen Bate studied architecture and spent ten years working as an architect. Following a career change she went on to obtain a 1st Class degree and MA degree in Children's Illustration. By 2014 she was the winner of the People's Book Prize, Best Achievement Award, for her innovative work with Pictures to Share C.I.C, a Social Enterprise publishing illustrated books for people with dementia. Her first picture book, ABC UK, with James Dunn, was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. She is the author and illustrator of Peter in Peril, a graphic novel set in World War II and The Creature, a picture storybook, both published by Otter-Barry Books. Helen lives in Shropshire.
Reviews
Many children like mine, can become involved in caring for someone with dementia. This book brilliantly illustrates the difficulties and challenges they might face, and shows how the most important thing we can all do, is treat those affected with kindness and love.
