With tenderness and touches of humor, Ada N. Letelier's new children's book deals with the topic of death, specifically the loss of a cherished pet. While death is a topic that many parents struggle with, this book shows how parental support, love, and understanding can help children grieve through a difficult time. When young Nicole comes home with two frogs, Jeff and Alice, the little girl announces she wants them as pets. Mom and Dad do everything they can to help Nicole care for them, but disaster strikes when Alice dies. Would Jeff be better off in the frog's natural habitat? Though this...
With tenderness and touches of humor, Ada N. Letelier's new children's book deals with the topic of death, specifically the loss of a cherished pet. W...