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This book is a gentle guide to the mystery of death, instilling a hopeful perspective of heaven as an everlasting home. A poignant addition to kids' books about heaven, it illuminates the invisible string of connection that persists even after a loved one's passing, a comforting notion for grieving kids.

"Bethany Gale was not a particularly happy child. Well, not like she used to be..." That was until one particular night changed everything. Written by award-winning author, Johnny DePalma, The Secret Life of Shadows, introduces listeners to a hidden world of music, and dance - of shadows and starlight, all gathered together to ask the curious What exactly do our playful shadows do when we fall asleep at night?

Seventh grader Freya June Sun has always believed in the Chinese superstitions spoon-fed to her since birth—but ever since her dad’s death a year ago, she’s become obsessed, believing that her father is sending her messages through signs from the beyond. Like how, on her way to an orchestra concert where she’s dreading her viola solo, a pair of lucky red birds appear, a sure indication that Dad wants Freya to stick with the instrument and make him proud.

Each night when she says her prayers, Rebecca thinks of her Papa who lost a hand while fighting in President Lincoln's war. He still believes the war was righteous: "We Jews, who were once slaves in Egypt, should never let another human being be held in slavery. Our America should not be their Egypt."

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THE MOOD SWING is a whimsical and heartwarming tale that takes young listeners on a magical journey through the emotional ups and downs of grief. The story follows a young boy, named Peter, as he navigates the challenging emotions tied to loss after the death of his father. A magical swing, tethered to a Moon Tree, propels Peter into fantastical adventure that mirror his emotions.

This delightfully grim tale follows Clare, the lonely, undying Usher of souls to the Afterlife, as an unexpected friendship turns his solitary life upside down and takes him on a heartwarming exploration of moving on. Perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo and Tim Burton! Clare is the undead fox of...

Did you know that ghosts love coffee? They’re not trying to be scary. They’re just deprived of an appropriate amount of caffeine! They also bump into things by accident, are occasionally nosy, and get a little nervous when they’re seen by the living. Elwood McGee knows these ghost facts because he’s one of those rare people with the gift of ghost-sight. And it turns out ghosts are everywhere! Especially in the small Tennessee town where Elwood and his family had to move following the death of his big brother Noah, which Elwood thinks was his fault.

Twelve-year-old Sonnet's family has just moved across the country to live with her grandfather after her nana dies. Gramps's once-impressive apple orchard has been razed for a housing development, with only one heirloom tree left. Sonnet doesn't want to think about how Gramps and his tree are both growing old—she just wants everything to be okay. Sonnet is not okay with her neighbor, Zeke, a boy her age who gets on her bad side when he tries to choose her grandpa to interview for an oral history assignment. Zeke irks Sonnet with his prying questions.

Melanie knows she's special. She understands the secret language of old houses and can make jewels out of broken glass. Her imagination can do anything - except make friends. But then, she meets Sabrina, who looks like a TV star and acts like a spy, and who doesn't care what anyone thinks. She teaches Melanie how to believe in herself, and soon Melanie starts living her dreams.

A funny and heartfelt LGBTQIA+ middle grade novel set against the backdrop of family drama and a library funding campaign in a small town. Alex Eager lives in Faillin, OR with her grandmother, a retired librarian. Life should be great for Alex, since she finally worked up the courage to ask her...

Featuring evocative prose, this stunning audiobook celebrates the power of stories—how they connect us, inspire us, and keep memories alive. Griffin’s grandmother spins the most marvelous stories, from breathtaking fairy tales to fascinating family lore. These stories fuel his imagination...

This is a short book about the meaning of life from the perspective of a mucus cell named Lucas. It isn't meant to provide the universal answer to the meaning of life but instead help the listener be in the proper mental state to experience the answer for themselves. At least that was the intention behind the book.

Dorani's mom, Isa, taught her to be bold and challenge the rules if they don't seem fair. People are more important than rules. But she never taught Dorani how to do it all without her. So, when Isa dies on the way to speak with the principal about Dori's latest revolution, Dori loses her voice. Her grief and guilt become the loudest parts of her.

Katie Woo's dog, Goldie, was very old. Goldie became sick and died. Katie will miss her friend. She is glad that she has lots of happy memories of Goldie.

Día de los Muertos is a special holiday to remember and celebrate loved ones. It is a Mexican tradition held to honor those who have died. Some people dress up and go to parades. Others sing, dance, and eat special food. Others decorate altars with flowers and make offerings. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.

Waking the Dead and Other Fun Activities has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher...

An unforgettable story of grief and the support of community as a young girl, faced with aching loss, begins to understand that what we love will always be with us. Ayla and her best friend Kiri have always been tree people. They each have their own special tree, and neighbors and family know...

Dexter and the Bat is a heartwarming children's book that tells the enchanting story of an unlikely friendship between Dexter, a lovable rescue dog, and Skyler, a playful bat. Dexter, a mix of Blue Heeler and Border Collie, is full of energy and curiosity. One night, he becomes fascinated by bats flying in the evening sky and soon forms a special bond with one particular bat named Skyler. Together, Dexter and Skyler embark on nightly adventures, chasing and playing under the stars.

Phoebe dreams of becoming an artist like her grandmother, Cass, a brilliant storyteller who has passed on her love of Greek myths to Phoebe. But Cass is disappearing before Phoebe’s eyes, lost to a cruel illness that is destroying her memory. When grief drives Phoebe to ruin the only painting Cass has never sold, a seascape inspired by childhood holidays on the Greek island of Ithaca, she is mysteriously swept away to a fantasy world that resembles her favourite myth of all – the story of the Odyssey.