A local children’s author is launching two new books celebrating kids and their grandparents.
Written by Lois Peterson, The Paper House – a novel for eight- to 11-year-olds – tells the story of Safiyah and her grandmother who struggle for the dignity of a better life in the slums of Kibera, Nairobi.
In The Wrong Bus, an early chapter book for six- to nine-year-olds also written by Peterson, character Jack takes a bus trip that finally gives him the chance to say goodbye to his beloved grandfather.
Both books will be launched at an event April 14 that will include a drumming circle, a slide show about a woman who recently visited Kibera, children’s activities, door prizes, and a book signing.
Everyone is invited, especially children and their grandparents.
Partial author royalties from book sales will be donated to The Red Rose School in Kibera and Volunteer Grandparents, Vancouver.
The free event takes place from 1-3 p.m. at Newton Cultural Centre, 13530 72 Ave.
For more information, call 604-585-2787 or check www.loispeterson.blog.com
