The Day We
Found Yesterday
A picture book that bridges generations with stories, songs, and a little retro magic.
What if the greatest treasure isn’t something you find, but something you share?
Join Eileen and her brothers as they set off on a secret quest to find something their Papa Jack and Nana Diane have been missing for years. Along the way, they uncover stories, laughter, and music that bring their family’s memories to life.
The Day We Found Yesterday is a vibrant, intergenerational story that celebrates connection, creativity, and the power of the past to shape our present. Written for children ages 5–8 and their GenX elders, it’s a joyful read-aloud that invites conversation and is sure to inspire a few rounds of “name that tune.”
The Day We Found Yesterday is more than a picture book—it’s a multigenerational adventure wrapped in a nostalgic experience.
What Makes “Yesterday” Special
• Multicultural, multigenerational characters
• A meaningful message about the value of sharing stories
• A treasured way for Gen X to bond with their grandchildren
• Three engaging seek-and-find challenges that are fun for kids and adults
• Over 500 clever, visual ’80s music references and a free answer key on this site.
• Illustrated celebrity cameos sure to delight GenXers!
Turn the Page
Meet the characters, visit the stores, find the hidden (and not-so-hidden ’80s music Easter eggs!
Want to find all of the Easter eggs? Download the free guide. Want the book? Order (on September 25)!
Meet Papa Jack and Nana Diane, the sweet grandparents of the story. They live in a small town—the very town where they went to school, dated, and got married. They still cherish their ’80s memories, but their grandchildren matter even more.
Meet Eileen, the narrator of this story-filled day. She’s the youngest and sometimes has trouble keeping up with the other two kids, so you may find them yelling, “Come on, Eileen!” She wants to travel the world one day, but for now, she’ll embrace a special treasure hunt through her grandparents’ small town.
Meet Mickey, the 9-year-old grandson. He loves to dress well and you’ll hear people telling him he looks fine on any given day. Two of his favorite activities are picking out candy at Mr. McGee’s General Store and rolling his eyes when someone tells the same story one too many times. He plans to own a sweet shop when he’s grown.
This is Eddie, the oldest grandchild. At 14, he’s already a natural leader and always watches out for Mickey and Eileen. His favorite colors are red, black, and white, and he plays football at school. Eddie enjoys a challenge and solving mysteries and plans to be a writer after he graduates. Like his famous namesake, he’s got a flair for creativity, but with a pen instead of a guitar.