Books like Switch by Ingrid Law
Gypsy Beaumont believes nothing is impossible. She loves flying on her imaginary wings and turning ordinary objects into treasures for her friends. One day she learns that her vivacious grandmother, a woman with no magical abilities, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and will soon be living with her family.
As the family prepares to welcome her grandma back into their home, Gypsy is confronted with the reality of memory loss, uncertainty, and the bravery it takes to care for a loved one. The novel follows Gypsy’s journey as she learns to balance her magical flair with practical love, discovering that true magic lies in the bonds that keep a family together.
With humor, warmth, and tender moments, “Switch” explores multigenerational family dynamics, caregiving, and the enduring strength of love amid illness, making it a heartfelt story for young readers and their parents alike.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Ingrid Law
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