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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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Faruq and the Wiri Wiri
Sophia Payne
For the child who feels a spark for a path their family hasn't imagined yet. Discover how Faruq's love for Guyanese cook
Ages 4–8
That Terrible Halloween Night
James Stevenson
For the child who loves spooky stories but needs a dash of humor to feel brave, this classic tall tale features a grandp
Ages 4–8
The Circles in the Sky
Karl James Mountford
For the child who has encountered a dead bird or small animal and is struggling with the big, confusing feelings of loss
Ages 4–8
A Day's Work
Eve Bunting
For the child who needs to understand the weight of a lie, this touching story shows how owning our mistakes can be more
Ages 5–9
Shu Lin's Grandpa
Matt Goodfellow
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles to share their home culture at school. A gentle story about findin
Ages 4–8
It's Not My Turn to Look for Grandma
April Halprin Wayland
For children who love a playful family dynamic, this rhythmic tall tale celebrates a grandmother's spirited independence
Ages 4–8
Vasalisa and Her Magic Doll
Rita Grauer
For the child learning to trust their inner voice and intuition when facing intimidating challenges or unfair treatment
Ages 5–9
Off to School, Baby Duck!
Amy Hest
For the child who feels shaky about starting preschool or kindergarten. A nervous duckling finds courage through a speci
Ages 3–6
The Trickster Shadow
Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley
For the child who struggles with impulsive behavior or high energy, this story offers a path to self-regulation through
Ages 4–8
The Bag I'm Taking to Grandma's
Shirley Neitzel
For the child who wants to pack their entire toy box for a trip. This clever rebus story helps little ones navigate the
Ages 3–7
Luka's Quilt
Georgia Guback
For the child who has a different vision than their grown-up, this gentle story shows how compromise can turn a disagree
Ages 4–8
A Far-fetched Story
Karin Cates
For the child who loves cozy family traditions and creative stories. A grandmother turns tall tales and old rags into a
Ages 4–8
Our Pool
Lucy Ruth Cummins
For the child who loves the energy of a summer day. This vibrant story celebrates community, body positivity, and the si
Ages 4–8
Ho-Limlim: A Rabbit Tale From Japan
Hisakazu Fujimura
For the child adjusting to a grandparent moving in or retiring, this Ainu folktale celebrates the beauty of slowing down
Ages 4–8
What's Polite?
Harriet Ziefert
For the preschooler preparing for their first big restaurant outing, this interactive book models table manners and poli
Ages 2–5
I Know a Lady
Charlotte Zolotow
For children learning to notice the quiet beauty in their neighborhood, this story celebrates the warm, meaningful bond
Ages 4–8
A Walk to the Great Mystery
Virginia A. Stroud
For the child curious about the unseen connections in nature and the spiritual wisdom of elders. A gentle exploration of
Ages 5–9
Family Huddle
Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Archie Manning
For the young sports fan who lives for the game, this story celebrates how family traditions and playing together can sp
Ages 4–8
Lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children
Bryan Mellonie
For the child grappling with the loss of a pet or family member, this gentle classic explains the natural cycle of all l
Ages 3–8
Big Book of Families
Catherine Anholt, Laurence Anholt
For the child curious about why every family looks different, this rhyming celebration explores the many ways families l
Ages 3–7
Worse Than Willy!
James Stevenson
For children struggling to connect with a boring new baby brother, this tall tale uses humor to show that even the tinie
Ages 4–8
Five Little Monkeys with Nothing to Do
Eileen Christelow
For the restless child who needs a nudge toward helpfulness, this energetic tale turns a case of the 'boring blabs' into
Ages 3–7
The Little Girl and the Big Bear
Joanna C. Galdone
For the child who needs to know that being small doesn't mean being powerless. This classic tale celebrates using your w
Ages 4–8
My Two Worlds
Ginger Gordon
For the child navigating life between two different cultures or homes, this photo-essay explores how Kirsy balances her
Ages 5–9
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