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Losing a Pet Can Hurt Deeply...
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I Remember
by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos (2005,
Barron's, 6.99)
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A child recalls how he and Jake became friends when Jake was still a puppy. As time passed, Jake grew from a puppy to a dog—and still later, the dog grew old and tired. Now, the little boy remembers how sad he felt on the day Jake died. Then later, how he learned to cope with his loss and recall the good times that he and Jake had together. Color. Grades K-5. [9” x 9”...32 pages]
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Goodbye Mousie
by Robie Harris (2004, Aladdin, 6.99)
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This heartwarming story is ideal to help children cope with
a loss. A boy grieves for his dead pet Mousie, helps to bury
him, and begins to come to terms with his loss. Color. Grades
K-3. [9” x 9”...32 pages]
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Saying Goodbye to Lulu
by Corinne Demas (2004, Little,Brown, 15.99/hardback)
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This beautiful and touching story about a young girl who must
say goodbye to her beloved, aged dog will touch anyone who has
ever experienced a loss. Color. Grades K-3. [10” x
10”...32 pages]
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The Tenth Good Thing About Barney
by Judith Viorst
(1971, Aladdin, 5.99)
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A young boy tries to think of ten good things about his cat,
Barney, who died. But he could only think of nine. Later, while
talking with his father, he comes up with the tenth. Color.
Grades K-3. [8” x 9”...25 pages]
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Jasper’s Day
by Marjorie Parker (2002,
Kids Can Press, 5.95)
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Riley’s family is celebrating Jasper’s Day. Everything
they do will be in honor of Jasper—sort of like a birthday.
But it isn’t Jasper’s birthday. The old dog’s
cancer has gotten really bad. Riley knows they can’t
let him suffer any longer, but letting go will be the hardest
thing he’s ever had to do. Color. Grades K-5. [9” x
10”...32 pages]
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I'll Always Love You
by Hans Wilhelm (1985, Random House, 6.99)
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The narrator is a young boy who loves Elfie—"the best
dog in the whole world." One day the dog does not wake up.
The family grieves, and the boy, who has always told Elfie how
much he loves her, finds solace. Color. Grades K-2. [9” x
7”...30 pages]
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Saying Goodbye to Your Pet: Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief
by Marge Heegaard (2001, Fairview Press, 9.95)
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This book offers a gentle, positive way to help children
grieve the loss or death of a pet. Using the creative and interactive
drawing activities in this book (essentially art therapy) you
will be able to help alleviate some of the pain a child feels
when an important part of his or her life is gone. Grades K-6. [8.5” x 11”...32 pages]
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Dog Heaven
by Cynthia Rylant (1995, Scholastic, 16.95/hardback)
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A warm, whimsical picture book about the wonderful place
where all good dogs go for an endless supply of ham biscuits,
good meals and lots of petting. Beautiful, poignant and charmingly
original, here is a book that will touch the heart of anyone
who has ever loved a pet. Color. Grades K-3. [8.5” x
12”...32 pages]
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Remembering Pets: A Book for Children Who Have Lost a Friend
by Gina Dalpra-Berman (2001, Robert Reed Publishers, 14.95/hardback)
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A young child remembers the family pet and suggests common
memories that readers might share. The loss of a pet is often
a child's first experience with death and can leave a lasting
impression. The purpose of this light-hearted rhyme is to open
dialogue between parents and children while embracing happy memories
of their beloved pets. Color. Grades K-3. [9” x
11”...32 pages]
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