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BevAnn Tyler’s ‘Pop Pop Looks Like Me’ explores how children understand family, identity, and change through a rainy Saturday morning that shifts everything six year old Evan thought he knew about his grandfather. When the PopPop from the photograph does not match the PopPop who walks through the door, Evan must learn that people grow older while love stays the same. This is a story about connection across generations and the moment a child begins to see beyond appearance.
BevAnn Tyler
BevAnn Tyler discovered her love of writing in high school, where she excelled in creative writing and developed a lasting appreciation for language and storytelling. In 1990, she completed a course in writing children’s books, earning a certificate that encouraged her to pursue storytelling with greater confidence and purpose. BevAnn dedicated thirty years as a casework manager for the State of Illinois and has been retired for fourteen years. She is the proud mother of Four grown children and grandmother to five grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Her family has been her greatest inspiration, and she has long shared stories with children, finding joy in their reactions and encouragement in their enthusiasm. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, she now lives in Lansing, Illinois, where she has lived for more than twenty years.
Pop Pop Looks Like Me !
‘Pop Pop Looks Like Me’ follows six year old Evan on a rainy Saturday morning as he waits eagerly for his grandfather PopPop to visit. Evan clings to a photograph his mother gave him, showing a young boy who looks just like him. That picture shapes everything Evan believes about who PopPop is and what their day together will bring.
When friends Aidan and Abner arrive, a small conflict leads to the photograph being torn. Evan feels hurt and misunderstood. Those feelings deepen when PopPop finally arrives, not as the young boy from the picture but as an elderly man with a walker and suitcase. Evan’s excitement turns to confusion and disappointment. He throws a tantrum, retreats to his room, and struggles to accept that this old man is his beloved grandfather.
With gentle guidance from his mother and a quiet moment with PopPop, Evan begins understanding that people change while the essence of who they are remains. Through clear language and relatable experiences, this story highlights bonds between generations and encourages empathy, acceptance, and appreciation for family relationships shaped by time and love.
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Pop Pop Looks Like Me !
Watch the story of Evan, a six year old boy who learns that his beloved PopPop is not the young boy from the photograph but an elderly man who loves him just the same. This heartfelt preview captures the emotional journey of a child discovering that people change while love remains constant.
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Read how ‘Pop Pop Looks Like Me’ helped families discuss aging, family connections, and accepting change. These reflections come from parents, grandparents, and educators who used the book to open important conversations with children.
