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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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Swan Sky
Keizaburo Tejima
For children navigating the heartbreak of a final goodbye. This gentle nature story helps families process the pain of i
Ages 4–8
Kaito's Cloth
Glenda Millard
After her butterflies die, Kaito learns that the spirit of flight is eternal. She finds a creative way to capture its ma
Ages 4–11
Air Miles
John Burningham, Bill Salaman
For the child noticing a beloved pet or grandparent slowing down. This gentle story follows an aging dog on one last ima
Ages 4–8
Loop the Loop
Barbara Dugan
For the child adjusting to an older friend or family member's move to a nursing home. A gentle look at how love and fun
Ages 5–9
Remember That
Lesléa Newman
For the child noticing a grandparent starting to forget things or move into a nursing home. A gentle look at keeping fam
Ages 4–8
A Gift from Abuela
Cecilia Ruiz
For the child learning that plans can change and money can be tight, but a grandmother's devotion remains a constant, un
Ages 4–8
The Dog who Found Christmas
Linda Jennings
For the child learning about compassion and the true meaning of home. This tender story follows an abandoned puppy who f
Ages 4–8
The Tsar & the Amazing Cow
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child who loves tales of magic and justice, where kindness is rewarded and greed leads to a surprising, life-alt
Ages 5–9
The Ghost of Nicholas Greebe
Tony Johnston
In Colonial Massachusetts, a recently buried farmer's ghost can't rest until his bone, taken by a dog on a long journey,
Ages 4–11
Bigger Than a Dream
Jef Aerts
For the child who has questions about a relative they never met or is beginning to wonder what happens after we die.
Ages 5–9
Too Soon to Say Good-Bye
Deborah Kent
After a fainting spell leads to a leukemia diagnosis, Jill faces painful therapy and the frightening possibility of deat
Ages 4–11
Dribbles
Connie Heckert
For children processing the decline or loss of an elderly pet, this story offers a gentle way to talk about aging, hospi
Ages 5–9
Ren's Pencil
Bo Lu
For the child feeling out of place in a new home or school, this story shows how art can build bridges when words are ha
Ages 4–8
The Invisible String
Patrice Karst
For children struggling with separation anxiety, the loss of a loved one, or simply missing someone, this book provides
Ages 3–8
The Day I Saw My Father Cry
Bill Cosby
For the child processing the loss of a family friend, this gentle story shows that it is okay for grown-ups to show thei
Ages 5–8
Visiting Day
Jacqueline Woodson
For children navigating the complex emotions of having a loved one away, this gentle story honors the bond between a gir
Ages 4–8
Dad's Camera
Ross Watkins
For children processing the confusion and grief of a parent's terminal illness. This gentle story helps families navigat
Ages 5–10
Grandpa Is Here!
Tanya Rosie
For the child preparing to welcome a long-distance relative. This lyrical story explores the deep sensory and emotional
Ages 3–7
Willy and May: A Christmas Story
Judy Schachner
For the child feeling the ache of a broken holiday tradition, this story celebrates the magic of creative grand-relative
Ages 4–8
Abuelo, the Sea, and Me
Ismée Williams
For children supporting a family member who misses their home country, this lyrical story explores how love and nature c
Ages 4–8
Katie, Kit, & Cousin Tom
Tomie dePaola
For the child eagerly awaiting a playmate only to find the visitor has their own agenda. This gentle story helps kids na
Ages 4–8
Grandma's Gloves
Cecil Castellucci
After her beloved gardening grandmother passes away, a young girl inherits her worn gloves. Through them, she discovers
Ages 4–11
Ella and Monkey at Sea
Emilie Boon
For the child facing a big move or saying goodbye to a loved one. Ella and her toy monkey navigate the messy emotions of
Ages 3–7
Now One Foot, Now the Other
Tomie dePaola
For children navigating the confusion of a grandparent's health crisis. A gentle story about how love and patience can c
Ages 4–8
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