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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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A Friend for Lucy
Jen-Ai Elena Molineaux
For children processing the quiet absence of a loved one and the comforting hope that family bonds endure even when we c
Ages 4–8
Great-Grandmother's Treasure
Ruth Hickcox
For children processing the loss of a great-grandparent, this lyrical story uses the metaphor of a memory-filled apron t
Ages 4–8
Heaven's All-Star Jazz Band
Don Carter
For the child processing the loss of a grandparent and finding peace through the power of music and memory.
Ages 4–8
Saying Goodbye to Grandma
Jane Resh Thomas
For children navigating the unknowns of a funeral, this story gently explores the curiosity, fear, and family rituals th
Ages 5–9
Always Remember
Cece Meng
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandparent or friend, this story focuses on the lasting legacy of kindness a
Ages 4–8
Día de los Muertos with Yasmin
Saadia Faruqi
For the child curious about different cultures, this story shows how a young girl finds a creative way to honor her own
Ages 5–8
Where is Grandpa?
T. A. Barron
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandfather, this gentle story helps them find comfort by recognizing his end
Ages 4–8
Uncle Vova's Tree
Patricia Polacco
For the child learning how traditions can keep the spirit of a lost loved one alive. A gentle look at Russian Orthodox C
Ages 4–9
One Little Bag: An Amazing Journey
Henry Cole
For the child learning about sustainability or processing the passage of time through family traditions, this wordless s
Ages 4–8
Betty Doll
Patricia Polacco
For the child seeking comfort in a world that keeps changing. This moving tribute to a mother's handmade doll explores h
Ages 4–10
Saying Good-Bye to Uncle Joe
Nancy Loewen
For the child navigating the loss of a relative. A gentle guide through the emotions of grief and the practical steps of
Ages 5–9
The Scar
Charlotte Moundlic
For the child grappling with the raw, messy reality of losing a parent. This tender story validates the anger, fear, and
Ages 5–9
The Night Whale
Bryher Mackenzie
For children navigating the quiet ache of missing someone special, this magical journey offers a gentle way to understan
Ages 3–7
The Wall
Eve Bunting
For the child honoring a relative they never met. This gentle story helps families discuss the legacy of war and the imp
Ages 4–8
Night Walk
Jason Cockcroft
For the child who is missing a grandparent and needs a gentle way to process their first big loss through the quiet beau
Ages 3–8
Too Far Away to Touch
Lesléa Newman
For children processing the impending loss of a family member, this gentle story uses the stars to explain how love rema
Ages 5–9
I Dream of Popo
Livia Blackburne
For the child navigating a long-distance relationship with a grandparent or adjusting to life in a new country while hol
Ages 4–8
Before I Leave
Jessixa Bagley
When a hedgehog's family announces a big move, she and her best friend, an anteater, try to pretend nothing is changing.
Ages 4–11
Good-bye And Keep Cold
Jenny Davis
Edda faces an impossible situation when her mother falls for the man connected to her father's tragic death in a mine ac
Ages 4–11
When Dinosaurs Die
Laurie Krasny Brown
A comforting guide that helps children process the difficult concept of death, addressing big feelings and explaining ho
Ages 4–8
I'll Go and Come Back
Rajani LaRocca
For the child struggling with the distance of far-away family, this story offers a beautiful ritual to bridge the gap be
Ages 4–8
Farther
Grahame Baker-Smith
For children processing the loss of a parent or the weight of a family legacy. A breathtakingly illustrated story about
Ages 5–10
Finding Narnia: The Story of C. S. Lewis and His Brother
Caroline McAlister
For the creative child who loves building imaginary worlds or feels a deep bond with their sibling through shared play.
Ages 4–8
Kiss! Kiss! Yuck! Yuck!
Kyle Mewburn
For the child who avoids sloppy family kisses and struggles with personal space. This story balances a child's need for
Ages 3–7
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