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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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Beyond The Blue Forest
Ildiko Hankoszky
For the child who is navigating the heavy weight of losing a friend or loved one and needs a gentle way to process their
Ages 4–9
Hog Music
Mary-Claire Helldorfer
For the child wondering how a gift reaches its destination: follow a simple straw hat's journey across 1840s America, sh
Ages 4–9
Harlem Renaissance Party
Faith Ringgold
For the child curious about their roots and the power of art, this vibrant time-travel journey celebrates the brilliance
Ages 4–8
Grammy Lamby and the Secret Handshake
Kate Klise
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big public hugs or slobbery kisses, this sweet story explores how to set boundari
Ages 3–7
The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs
William Joyce
For the child feeling helpless when a loved one is unwell, this magical garden adventure offers a sense of agency and ho
Ages 4–9
The Talk
Alicia D. Williams
For the family looking to navigate tough conversations about racial injustice with gentle honesty, love, and protective
Ages 4–8
Whale Fall: Exploring an Ocean-Floor Ecosystem
Melissa Stewart
For the child curious about the circle of life, this fascinating look at the deep ocean shows how one life ending create
Ages 4–9
Gus and Grandpa and the Piano Lesson
Claudia Mills
For the child who feels pressured by music lessons or struggles with performance anxiety, Gus discovers that making musi
Ages 5–8
A Christmas Morning
Clifton Bingham
For the child who loves the magic of Christmas Eve, this vintage rhyming book captures the quiet wonder of waking up to
Ages 3–8
Grandmother's Pigeon
Louise Erdrich
For the child feeling the quiet absence of a loved one on a long trip. Discover how an unexpected wonder left behind can
Ages 4–9
Little Libraries, Big Heroes
Miranda Paul
For the child who wants to change the world but feels too small. Discover how one man's tribute to his mother sparked a
Ages 5–10
Aunt Sue's Stories
Langston Hughes
For the child who loves listening to family history or needs to feel the warmth of their heritage through the rhythmic p
Ages 4–10
Teddy Bear from Peru
Olja Pidopryghora
For the child who wonders about the secret life of their toys, this soothing story explores the magical origins of a new
Ages 3–7
At the Mountain's Base
Traci Sorell
For the child feeling the quiet ache of missing someone far away, this lyrical story celebrates the bond of a Native Ame
Ages 4–8
De Colores and Other Latin-American Folk Songs for Children
José-Luis Orozco
For families looking to connect with their heritage or learn a new language through the joy of music, rhythm, and tradit
Ages 2–10
Star Mother's Youngest Child
Louise Moeri
For the child who wonders what makes a holiday truly special, or for an older person feeling lonely during the winter se
Ages 5–10
Babu's Song
Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen
For the child learning about the beauty of sacrifice and the deep love between a grandson and his grandfather in a Tanza
Ages 4–8
Up the Mountain Path
written and illustrated by Marianne Dubuc
For the child learning to slow down and notice the world's small wonders, or for a family navigating the bittersweet tra
Ages 4–8
Uncle Andy's Cats
James Warhola
For the child who thrives on the unusual. Discover the playful, cat-filled world of Andy Warhol through the eyes of his
Ages 4–8
Duck, Death and the Tulip
Wolf Erlbruch
For the child asking big questions about what happens when we die. This gentle story personifies death as a quiet, kind
Ages 5–12
Asian Folktales for Children
David Conger
For children exploring their roots or those curious about the wider world, these timeless tales offer a cozy way to conn
Ages 5–10
Tame Your Tiger, Percy Pig!
Barb Glyda
For children who struggle with big, sudden bursts of temper and need a relatable way to visualize and manage their frust
Ages 3–7
When Papa Snores
Melinda Long
For the child whose sleepover at Grandpa's house is interrupted by a very noisy snorer.
Ages 3–7
Sing a Song: How “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Inspired Generations
Kelly Starling Lyons
For the family looking to celebrate Black history and the power of music, this moving story shows how a single song can
Ages 5–10
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