Books like Sunshine Home by Eve Bunting
When Tim and his parents journey to his grandmother’s nursing home to tend to her recovery from a broken hip, everyone masks their true feelings with feigned cheer. Tim’s honest observations help the family confront and express their real emotions, revealing the power of truth and familial warmth during late‑life challenges.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eve Bunting
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