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Books to help a 5-year-old process the loss of a grandparent
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Following Grandfather
Rosemary Wells
For the child navigating the early, confusing stages of losing a grandparent. This gentle story helps children process t
Ages 5–9
Ladder to the Moon
Maya Soetoro-Ng
For the child longing to connect with a family member they never met, this lyrical journey offers a bridge of healing, e
Ages 4–8
The Magic Nesting Doll
Jacqueline K. Ogburn
For a child processing the loss of a grandparent or finding their own inner strength during scary transitions.
Ages 4–9
Kaddish for Grandpa in Jesus' Name, Amen
James Howe
For the child navigating a first loss in a family that blends different traditions. This gentle story helps kids make se
Ages 5–8
Let's Talk About When Someone Dies
Molly Potter
A gentle, honest guide to help children navigate the complex emotions and big questions that arise when a loved one dies
Ages 5–9
One More Wednesday
Malika Doray
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandparent, this gentle story provides a safe space to ask big questions abo
Ages 3–7
Waiting for the Whales
Sheryl McFarlane
For the child learning to process the loss of a grandparent, this story beautifully bridges the gap between grief and th
Ages 4–8
The Invisible Parade
Leigh Bardugo
For the child who is hesitant to join celebrations while missing a loved one, this magical tale offers a gentle path thr
Ages 4–10
When Cherry Blossoms Fall
Katrina Goldsaito
For the child processing the loss of a grandparent or wondering why beautiful things must end, this story introduces the
Ages 4–8
Grandpa's Top Threes
Wendy Meddour
For a child trying to reach a loved one lost in grief. This gentle story shows how a simple game can bridge the distance
Ages 4–8
Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs
Tomie dePaola
For the child experiencing the illness or loss of a grandparent. This gentle story helps little ones navigate the cycle
Ages 4–8
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
Daddy & Me, Side by Side
Pierce Freelon
For the child navigating the quiet ache of losing a grandparent, this soulful story uses a camping trip to show how love
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
My Grandpa Died
Maggie Scott
For the child navigating the big feelings and confusing questions that follow the loss of a grandfather, this gentle gui
Ages 3–7
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
Letters to the stars
Mireia Gombau
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandparent and searching for a way to stay connected to their memory through
Ages 3–8
Uncle Monarch and the Day of the Dead
Judy Goldman
For the child learning to navigate the loss of a grandparent, this gentle story uses the return of monarch butterflies t
Ages 5–9
When Grandfather Flew
Patricia MacLachlan
For the child coping with the loss of a grandparent, this lyrical story offers a peaceful way to envision where our love
Ages 4–8
Maybe a Whale
Kirsten Pendreigh
For the child navigating the quiet, heavy waves of loss. This gentle story uses a coastal kayaking trip to explore how n
Ages 4–8
All from a Walnut
Ammi-Joan Paquette
For the child processing the loss of a grandparent or seeking to understand how family legacies live on through nature a
Ages 4–8
Granpa
John Burningham
For the child who shares a deep bond with an aging relative and needs a gentle, honest way to understand and process the
Ages 4–8
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