About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is experiencing the surreal, lingering nature of grief after the loss of a grandparent. It is particularly helpful for children who feel like they are seeing their loved one in crowds or around the house, providing a gentle vocabulary for the feeling of longing and the process of moving forward. The story follows a young mouse named Jennie who searches for her late grandfather across their shared coastal haunts, eventually realizing that his love remains part of her journey. Rosemary Wells uses a soft, animal-fantasy lens to address a very real human experience. The book is structured as a short chapter book, making it an ideal bridge for children who need more depth than a picture book but still benefit from supportive illustrations. It is a secular, comforting choice for families wanting to normalize the 'searching' phase of grief and celebrate a deep intergenerational bond.
