A Walk Through Memory Lane

Join the Walkers, a lively and loving family of caregivers, on a heartwarming adventure through their walkable community in A Walk Through Memory Lane.

Meet Elijah and his beloved Grandma Rose as they face the bittersweet challenge of saying goodbye to her cherished family home in the historic neighborhood of Memory Lane. Guided by his mother's wisdom, Elijah embarks on a mission: to honor Grandma Rose's treasured memories through the power of movement.

As they stroll together through familiar streets-reliving old stories and creating new ones-Elijah and Grandma Rose uncover the healing and transformative effects of physical activity. But when an unexpected twist challenges their journey, they must make a difficult decision. Will Elijah find a way to help Grandma Rose preserve her memories as she prepares for the big move?

Perfect for readers ages 4 and up, A Walk Through Memory Lane beautifully explores family legacy, community change, and the unbreakable bond between generations. It's a touching tribute to brain health, active living, and the sense of belonging that connects us all.

For any caregiver supporting a loved one navigating Alzheimer's, dementia, or another health condition, this story offers an inspiring guide to building lasting memories through shared, purposeful physical activity.

If you enjoyed The Remember Balloons or Grandma's Living with Dementia, you won't want to miss this uplifting and impactful read.

A Walk Through Memory Lane is a keepsake for intergenerational families, a celebration of caregivers, and a reminder that the most meaningful walks in life are the ones we take together.

Don't wait-grab your copy today! Share this heartfelt story with your loved ones and discover how love, movement, and creativity can transform life's most challenging moments into beautiful opportunities for new family traditions.

Author Roger Isom is a public health professional trained in physical activity program design and evaluation. His story ideas come from deep reflections of childhood memories and current events influenced by the Black culture, history, and politics of living in the Washington, DC, region. Roger believes that physical activity has far-reaching benefits beyond physical health concerns and that human movement yields positive benefits in all areas of health and well-being. He founded Walktime Books to reimagine physical activity as expression, culture, and community through storytelling. A Walk Through Memory Lane is his debut children's book.

Courtney Lovett received her BFA in visual arts from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. With her passion for stories and her love for kids, she has since pursued a career in illustration. Her past works include self-publish titles Jocelyn Learns to Dance and Look What God Made, and industry titles Join the Club, Maggie Diaz; Santa's Gotta Go; and NBA all-star Chris Paul's Basketball Dreams. Born and raised in Maryland, her work reflects her heritage and upbringing as she seeks to create uplifting stories from underrepresented perspectives. When she is not illustrating, she teaches at a local art studio in her hometown.