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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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Jingle Dancer
Cynthia Leitich Smith
For the child preparing for a big performance or community event who needs to feel the support of their family and ances
Ages 4–8
My Grandpa is the Best!: Happy Kevin Meets Grandpa
Alex Medler
For the child building a special bond with a grandparent through shared adventures and gentle life lessons during a week
Ages 2–5
The Grannyman
Judy Schachner
For the child adjusting to a new family member or the grandparent who feels their best days are behind them. A tender lo
Ages 4–8
No Mush Today
Sally Derby
For the child feeling overlooked by a new baby or tired of the same old routine. This gentle story explores finding a sp
Ages 4–8
The Tallest Tree
Sandra Belton
For the child curious about their family history and community legacy. This story uses a symbolic tree to explore the st
Ages 5–9
The Two Mountains
Eric A. Kimmel
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big goal or a long path ahead, this timeless fable shows how steady, small step
Ages 5–9
Flamingo, The
Guojing
For the child visiting grandparents or those who find magic in quiet moments. This wordless journey celebrates the bond
Ages 4–8
The Only Child
Guojing
For the child who feels the weight of a quiet house or the ache of being alone. This wordless odyssey validates the powe
Ages 5–10
Goose Moon
Carolyn Arden
For the child who is weary of the cold and eager for the first signs of spring. This gentle story helps young ones under
Ages 4–8
Century Farm: One Hundred Years on a Family Farm
Cris Peterson
For the child curious about where their food comes from or how their grandparents lived. This journey through time explo
Ages 5–10
Grandfather's Christmas Tree
Keith Strand
For the child curious about family history and the origins of holiday traditions. A cozy look at how love and history ar
Ages 5–9
Hanukkah Bear
Eric A. Kimmel
For the family looking to share a giggle over a silly holiday mix-up, this story celebrates the warmth of hospitality an
Ages 4–8
Shante Keys and the New Year's Peas
Gail Piernas-Davenport
For the child curious about why we eat certain foods on special days, this vibrant story explores how cultural tradition
Ages 4–8
The Year with Grandma Moses
W. Nikola-Lisa
For the child who loves to draw or the student exploring American history, this book offers a peaceful look at rural lif
Ages 5–10
Grandpa's Corner Store
DyAnne DiSalvo-Ryan
For the child seeing a beloved local spot change or close, this story shows how small hands and big hearts can protect t
Ages 4–8
The Raft
Jim LaMarche
For the child who feels reluctant about spending time away from screens or familiar routines, this story captures the ma
Ages 4–9
The Mouse with Hats
El-Sayyed Ibraheem
For the child preparing for a summer visit to a grandparent's house or those curious about the tiny creatures living in
Ages 4–8
Annushka's Voyage
Edith Tarbescu
For the child adjusting to a major move or seeking a connection to their family history, this story offers comfort throu
Ages 5–10
Song of Frutas, A
Margarita Engle
For the child navigating the ache of miles between loved ones, this vibrant story celebrates the music of heritage and t
Ages 4–8
Gift of the Tree, The
Alvin Tresselt
For the child curious about the natural world or struggling with the concept of endings. A quiet look at how a tree's pa
Ages 4–9
Pictures for Miss Josie
Sandra Belton
For the child learning how the past shapes our present, this moving story honors the legacy of Black educators and the p
Ages 5–9
The Music in Derrick's Heart
Gwendolyn Battle-Lavert
For the child learning that practice takes patience and that music can be a bridge of love between generations.
Ages 5–9
Max and Ruby's Treasure Hunt
Rosemary Wells
For the child who needs a playful way to practice patience and cooperation when an older sibling wants to take charge of
Ages 3–6
Big Papa and the Time Machine
Daniel Bernstrom
For the child feeling nervous about the first day of school, this soulful journey through a grandfather's past helps bui
Ages 4–8
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