Books like The Invisible Leash: An Invisible String Story About the Loss of a Pet
Award winning
The Invisible String
Patrice Karst, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, Geoff Stevenson, 2000
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of love and connection.
Addresses separation anxiety reassuringly.
Encourages emotional resilience and independence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
The Invisible String
Patrice Karst, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, Geoff Stevenson, 2000
Award winning
Rainbow Baby
Alesha Michelle Kleist, Lucy May, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Sensitive portrayal of loss and healing.
Promotes resilience and emotional understanding in children.
Encourages family discussions about tough topics.
Beautiful, comforting illustrations enhance engagement.
Rainbow Baby
Alesha Michelle Kleist, Lucy May, 2023
Award winning
The Feelings Dinosaurs: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings
Emily Hartmann, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through engaging dinosaur characters.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in kids.
Supports age-appropriate understanding of complex feelings.
Encourages open conversation about emotions at home.
The Feelings Dinosaurs: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings
Emily Hartmann, 2023
The Taming of Lola: A Shrew Story
Ellen Weiss, Jerry Smath, Bryan Rennie, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in relationships.
Lively and engaging narrative style.
Suitable for developing emotional intelligence in children.
The Taming of Lola: A Shrew Story
Ellen Weiss, Jerry Smath, Bryan Rennie, 2021
Award winning
FArTHER
Grahame Baker-Smith, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages exploration of personal dreams and ambitions.
Enhances understanding of complex family dynamics.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complementing the narrative.
FArTHER
Grahame Baker-Smith, 2011
Award winning
Growing Up Pages - Life Lessons with Zandie and Ellis: Remembering Our Bella
Dr. Monica Page, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of loss and remembering loved ones creatively.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Beautiful, comforting illustrations enhance the gentle storytelling.
Ideal for discussions on grief with supportive adults.
Growing Up Pages - Life Lessons with Zandie and Ellis: Remembering Our Bella
Dr. Monica Page, 2023
Award winning
The Queen's Shadow: A Story About How Animals See
Cybele Young, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Explores unique animal perspectives on vision and perception.
Encourages curiosity and understanding of natural science.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging storytelling.
Supports developmental learning in a captivating way.
The Queen's Shadow: A Story About How Animals See
Cybele Young, 2015
Award winning
I Miss the Baby: A Child's Grief Process Following the Miscarriage of a Sibling
Irma G. Prosser, Emma Arrellano, Emma Marsh, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through a child’s perspective on sibling loss.
Provides comfort, helping children understand and process grief.
Encourages open family conversations about difficult topics.
Supports emotional development and resilience building.
