A Matter of Time Author:Sheri Cooper Sinykin Sixth-grader Jody's problems include a lack of close friends, an aloof father, a grandmother suffering from Alzheimer's disease, and an addiction to television. Suddenly thrust back in time, the boy quickly realizes that it is his father's family who has taken him in. Interacting with them over a period of days, Jody discovers that his father's ... more »emotional distance has been prompted by jealousy and hurt feelings. He also has the opportunity to meet the grandparents he's never really known.« less