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Reviewed by Gabriella Harrison for Readers' Favorite
Grandma Has No Hair, written by Irma Prosser and illustrated by Emma Marsh, is a moving picture book about how preschoolers, and indeed anyone, can be involved in the lives of their loved ones diagnosed with cancer. In this book, a little girl finds different ways to show her grandma love while she goes through various phases of her cancer journey. When Grandma’s hair falls out, she kisses her head and wears hats with her while playing dress up, and when Grandma can’t have hugs, she draws her pictures. Through every phase, even when Grandma is too tired to spend time with her, the little girl finds ways to let her grandma know she is loved.
Grandma Has No Hair by Irma Prosser uses simple language, but its message remains impactful. It is a message of love. There is a heartfelt note for parents at the end of the book, which anyone caring for a child with a relative diagnosed with cancer can use. It has likely questions children will have, suggested steps for handling these questions, and encouragement for caregivers to share their emotions with these children and create a safe space for discussion. Prosser also emphasizes that children and parents should have support systems when going through these tough times. The illustrations and overall color scheme of the book are simple, allowing more attention to be given to the weightiness of the story. While it is a sobering book, it isn’t depressing, and there is no mention of death.
