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by Jennica Lounsbury (Illustrator), Amanda Silva (Author)
Nana and Me and the Tree
"We walked to the tree, My Nana and Me. We walked every Tuesday..." But what happens when Nana is gone?
"Nana and Me and the Tree" is a heartfelt story of grief and the journey to acceptance, seen through the eyes of a child. Poetic story telling and beautiful illustrations tell the story of a young boy experiencing the loss of a grandparent.
This tender and emotional story follows the boy as he experience the 5 stages of grief. Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance and ultimately finds comfort in a special tree that he visited with his grandmother.
This beautiful tale of loss highlights the importance of the memories we create with family and teaches the lesson that our loved ones stay alive in our memories.
Nana and Me and the Tree is a perfect gift for families experiencing the loss of a grandparent, and can be a powerful tool for discussing grief and loss with your child.
Disclaimer: This book deals heavily with the subject of grief and is ideally intended for children ages 7 and up. Due to the sensitive themes of this book, it is recommended that you read the book with your child to provide guidance. If your child is struggling deeply with a loss, it is recommended that you seek the guidance of a trusted counselor or therapist.
