Tag Archives: Intergenerational

Late Bloomer: Author Letty Sustrin

Posted on November 27, 2020 by lindseymcd

Late Bloomers are guest blog posts at A is for Aging—sharing thoughts and insights from individuals who have launched notable creative efforts in the arts in their Third Age. Author Letty Sustrin My life as a “Late Bloomer.” It’s a … Continue reading →

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Top Ten reasons to read “A Map into the World”

Posted on January 14, 2020 by lindseymcd

In this beautiful new picture book “A Map into the World” we see warm friendships blossom across multiple generations, and across cultures. Author Kao Kalia Yang gives us insights into a Hmong-American family and Seo Kim‘s lovely illustrations complement her … Continue reading →

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Intergenerational History Lessons–Guest Post

Posted on October 1, 2019 by lindseymcd

Guest blogger Joanne Corrigan tells how olders are sharing rich history lessons in an intergenerational setting. Many thanks to Joanne for this inspirational way to use Positive Aging picture books! When I discovered Lindsey McDivitt’s website, I was so excited! … Continue reading →

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The Teacher Who Would Not Retire Retires

Posted on August 10, 2018 by lindseymcd

By Letty Sustrin; illus. by Thomas H. Bone’ III Blue Marlin Publications 2017 (Ages 4 and up) In The Teacher Who Would Not Retire Retires, twenty years have passed in the life of teacher Mrs. Belle since the School Rules … Continue reading →

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Jo MacDonald Hiked in the Woods

Posted on March 22, 2018 by lindseymcd

By Mary Quattlebaum; illustrated by Laura J. Bryant (Dawn Publications 2013;     ages 1-4) Dawn Publications has been “Connecting Children and Nature since 1979” and the Jo MacDonald series of picture books definitely fits that mission. Far fewer children grow … Continue reading →

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Gus & Me

Posted on October 1, 2017 by lindseymcd

Gus & Me: The story of my granddad and my first guitar By Keith Richards with Barnaby Harris and Bill Shapiro; illustrated by Theodora Richards (Little Brown and Company, 2014.) We all get our start somewhere, even legendary rocker Keith … Continue reading →

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5 Picture Book Biographies Highlight Older Role Models

Posted on May 26, 2017 by lindseymcd

Picture book biographies including the third stage of life offer huge benefits to young readers. Kids absorb adventure, perseverance, creativity and joy shown over the course of an evolving life. Unlike the majority of picture books with an older character, … Continue reading →

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8 Acts of Kindness to Share with Older Adults

Posted on February 23, 2017 by lindseymcd

Guest post: Doing Good Together, Minneapolis, MN, and A is for Aging have similar goals and values. Here they share “8 Acts of Kindness & Stereotype-Busting Service to Share with Older Adults”  Let’s all make time to celebrate older adults, whether … Continue reading →

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A Gefilte Fishy Tale

Posted on November 30, 2016 by lindseymcd

    By Allison and Wayne Marks Illustrated by Renee Andriani MB Publishing (2016; ages 4-8) One giant jar of Gefilte fish, one grandson and one set of grandparents—a surprising formula for a fun and lively delight of a picture … Continue reading →

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Babu’s Song

Posted on September 30, 2016 by lindseymcd

           By Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen; Illustrated by Aaron Boyd Lee & Low Books, 2003, 2008; ages 5-8 Topics: Africa, creativity, grandparents, education, mentoring, poverty, wisdom Bernardi is a young boy living in Tanzania with his grandfather Babu. … Continue reading →

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