Noong Nakaraang Taon = Last Year

Noong Nakaraang Taon (Last Year) – by Genaro R. Gojo Cruz, illustrated by James B. Abalos, is a bilingual Filipino-English children’s picture book about a child who looks forward to celebrating a special birthday with Lola. After spending previous birthdays under her care, the child decides to make this year’s celebration different. The story explores the bond between grandparents and grandchildren, family traditions, and childhood memories.