Mr Mornington's Favourite Things

Mr. Mornington is a neighbor who enjoys gardening, eating cherry cake, and playing the saxophone. He plays the saxophone for a little girl next door, who lives with him in a care home. They have a favorite song that brings up memories of their favorite things. The book explores dementia through music therapy and the importance of community and intergenerational friendship. It has a warm yet realistic ending that will help readers process their own feelings of loss.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 17 August 2023
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group

My friend Mr. Mornington has been a neighbor of ours for as long as I can remember. He has a few passions in life, one of which is gardening and eating cherry cake. He also enjoys playing the saxophone, which he has done all over the world. While he is not the best rememberer, he has a special bond with a little girl who lives next door.

Mr. Mornington has played the saxophone for her countless times, and they have a favorite song that brings back memories of all their favorite things. However, when Mr. Mornington moves into a care home, his young friend wonders if he will be able to remember her or any of his favorite things. She is determined to help him in any way she can.

Through music therapy and the support of their community, the little girl and Mr. Mornington are able to maintain their bond and continue to enjoy their favorite things together. The book also explores the value of intergenerational friendship and the importance of cherishing the memories we have.

At the back of the book, Mr. Mornington shares his famous cherry cake recipe, so readers can try one of his favorite things. This picture book is a beautiful and touching tribute to the power of friendship and the resilience of the human spirit.

Weight: 456g
Dimension: 270 x 445 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801300650