CHILDREN'S
Released: Jan. 1, 2004
"A sweet story about grief and acceptance. (Picture book. 4-6)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 1, 2003
"Sure to become a classic. (Picture book. 4-8)"
A story of a young Guatemalan boy who loses his beloved pig is a masterpiece of picture-book making.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: March 15, 2003
"Kerr's understated humor and cheery, cartoon-like illustrations make the mood more sweet than sentimental or frightening. (Picture book. 4-7)"
Readers who remember Mog from Kerr's long popular and recently reissued Mog the Forgetful Cat will be both happy and sad to see this final episode in the long series by the British author/illustrator.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2002
"Although the story's theme is a painful one, this thoughtful effort will be of great help to families getting ready to face a similar situation. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Bringing home a new puppy is a joyous experience and a day to remember in dog-loving homes, but the other side of the coin is often a wrenchingly sad day when a beloved pet must be taken to the vet for euthanasia.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 15, 2002
"Those of any age recovering from the loss of a pet will welcome this soothing story that allows for a time to grieve, without urging the bereaved to cheer up or move on too quickly. (Picture book. 4+)"
A touching tribute to pets and how they enrich our lives is gently illustrated in Himler's (A Thanksgiving Turkey, 2001, etc.) trademark soft watercolors.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2001
"Not since The Tenth Good Thing About Barney (1971) has there been such an affecting and satisfying story about the death of a pet. (Picture book. 4-8)"
A little boy's pet mouse dies, and he and his family cope, in this gently done true-life tale by a team that has such an elegant grasp of the workings of the minds and hearts of children.
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