Helping Children Find Joy Again After Loss
Loss is a powerful experience for any child, especially when that loss involves a member of their family. In her latest children’s book, Finding Joy (Story Monsters Press), author Raven Howell helps children navigate the painful—and often confusing—feelings that arise from the death of a loved one.
Finding Joy tells the story of a little girl and her adopted brother, John, who rescue a sweet old dog, Joy, from the local animal shelter. As the seasons slide past, the children learn how magical it is to have a pet friend by their sides—romping through the winter snow, splashing through spring puddles, and picking autumn apples. But one day old Joy lays down to take a nap and does not wake up. At first, the children are shocked, finding it difficult to process the feelings of sadness they experience in Joy’s absence. With the love and support of their parents, they learn to recall the good memories they shared with sweet Joy, even preparing them to welcome a new pet friend into the family.
Published on 20th September 2020
My Review:
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Four Point Three Stars
Finding Joy is an illustrated book that deals with the difficult topics of handling difficult emotions of loss and grief for children. While Joy, the dog of the family is no more, the little girl and her family that includes her adopted brother all learn how to handle their grief and remember that ‘joy’ eventually remains even after a loss. Good read for caregivers and for older children.
Review also found at:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/8121126125
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