The strength of these memory scrapbooks is that they invite family conversation and the recorded responses belong to the child. Parents might be surprised at some of the ideas that are expressed about a parent or a sibling from the child's perspective. The 'easy to complete' checklist format of each book is appropriate for the intended age group and time saving for parents. Additional questions can be included as well as extra pages for other drawings or scripted anecdotes recounted by the child. Each book also includes a family tree and spaces for the child to draw or paste mementos of special events. These can then be stored in the pocket inside the back cover. The cartoon-like illustrations by Scot Ritchie add humour and visual appeal. He includes an inclusive assortment of people and situations.

      Co-authors of other children's books such as The Kids Guide to the Millenium and The Kids Summer Games Book, Jane Drake and Ann Love have provided an interactive series of books which provide opportunities for parents and young children to spend time together and create a child's memory keepsake. Each book in the series will become a special keepsake to accompany other family scrapbooks and photo albums.

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