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The Goodbye Book

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The Goodbye Book by Todd Parr is a comforting children's story that explores the emotions surrounding goodbyes. Through simple text and vibrant illustrations, it follows the journey of a fish dealing with loss, offering young readers a gentle way to understand and express their feelings about saying goodbye.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking for a way to help children understand and cope with feelings of sadness and loss. With its bright and engaging illustrations, it gently addresses emotions in a way that's relatable and comforting for young readers.

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The Goodbye Book

In his signature kid-friendly way, Todd Parr tells a heartbreaking but hopeful story about saying goodbye to the people we love.

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From bestselling author Todd Parr, a poignant and reassuring story about loss.

Through the lens of a pet fish who has lost his companion, Todd Parr tells a moving and wholly accessible story about saying goodbye. Touching upon the host of emotions children experience, Todd reminds readers that it's okay not to know all the answers and that someone will always be there to support them. An invaluable resource for life's toughest moments.

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The Goodbye Book by Todd Parr is praised for its honest yet gentle exploration of grief, making it a crucial addition to early childhood collections. Its accessible and compassionate text provides children with a comforting companion during difficult moments.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316404976

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 November 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Illustration: Illustrated throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 261.0mm

Height: 261.0mm

Weight: 461g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Joyful Book, The Kindness Book, Love the World, The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.

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