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With its loving portrayal of aging, caring for the elderly, and the keen nature of kids' sensibilities, this is a must-purchase for all libraries serving children. --School Library Journal, Starred ReviewA quiet story and pleasant music combine for a calming, peaceful, and even uplifting performance. --Kirkus ReviewsDid you hear the story about Max, the boy who kidnapped his grandfather from a nursing home? You didn't see it on the news? Well, let me tell you about it.Max lives in a small town, much smaller than yours. His grandpa is losing his memory, but still remembers quite a bit. You can imagine how they hurried, Max and his grandpa, followed by old Miss Schneider, who insisted on coming along. Why were they in a hurry? Because everyone was after them.