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by Jamie Tafoya (Author)
Losing someone you love is never easy - and for a child, it can feel like the whole world has shifted.
I'm Small, but I Lost Someone Big is a gentle, honest children's book about grief, written to help kids and caregivers talk through the hardest moments with clarity, empathy, and warmth. Inspired by the author's own experience with her young son after the loss of his father, this story creates space for children to explore their feelings - and know that they aren't alone.
With age-appropriate language and compassionate illustrations, this book encourages:
- Open conversations between children and adults
- Emotional validation and connection
- Hope and healing in the midst of deep sadness
Whether your family is navigating a recent loss or simply opening up dialogue about difficult emotions, I'm Small, but I Lost Someone Big offers comfort and understanding for children ages 4-9, therapists, teachers, and anyone supporting a grieving child.
