Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge
Mem Fox; Julie Vivas (Illustrator)Julie Vivas (Illustrator)

In this very special story, Wilfrid Gordon helps his 96-year-old friend, Miss Nancy, regain some of her memories.Author Mem Fox wrote Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge in the hope of bringing children and the elderly together and it remains a modern-day classic, used in homes, classrooms and even training sessions for volunteers who work with the elderly."Adults will likely turn the last page with a pang, then will read again this beautiful, gentle story about aging. Whether a child is listening or not. Young Wilfrid Gordon lives next door to a nursing home and is best friends with 96-year-old Miss Nancy, to whom he tells his secrets. When she loses her memory, he decides to find it for her with the confidence only an innocent can have...For a topic often spoken of in euphemism, the author has displayed warmth, wit and dignity without being sappy. The spongeable cover and dreamy watercolors complement this uplifting tale." -The Los Angeles Times Book Review"A wonderful tale that celebrates both the exuberance of childhood and the dignity of old age." - The Boston Sunday Globe"The illustrations splashy, slightly hazy watercolors in rosy pastels contrast the boy's fidgety energy with his friends' slow, careful movements and capture the story's warmth and sentiment." - School Library Journal"...heart warming...a beautiful story of love and respect for your elder." - Kristi's Book Corner"...a tear worthy tale of joy, wisdom and loss." - scrumdilly-do!"...a sweet intergenerational story that you don't want to miss." - proper noun"Originally published in 1989, it has withstood the test of time, and will remain to delight and teach children for generations to come." - if the book fits...read it