After a grandfather dies, a father and son journey forward through seasons and time, discovering how our loved ones remain with us even after they pass on.
From beloved author Gail Silver of the Anh's Anger series comes a touching story of a father comforting his son after a grandfather dies. The lovely rhyme and poetry offers a heartfelt way to discuss loss and grief with a child. We see, along with the little boy of the story, how our loved ones are with us forever, in everything we do.
Beautiful watercolors carry the reader through the seasons as the father describes the cycle of life, and all of the beauty and sadness that comes with it.
"How do we answer children's questions about the cycle of life? Gail Silver's Where Did Poppy Go? is the perfect resource for this. In a gentle and comforting way, this book shares the deep wisdom of interbeing with kids. I highly recommend it!" —Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE, RYT, author of Raising Good Humans
"Gail Silver's wise exploration of grief and loss through the eyes of a father and son will bring a sense of comfort and connection to every family who reads it. Amanda Quartey's stunning illustrations complement the lyrical language perfectly. Where Did Poppy Go? is a joy to read, and it will undoubtedly create space for parents and children to come together in difficult times. I highly recommend this book to every family." —Carla Naumburg, PhD, LICSW, author of Parenting in the Present Moment
"Gail Silver's touching Where Did Poppy Go? is sure to console both children and adults through difficult losses, as well as inspire reflection even in happy times." —Dr. Christopher Willard, author of Alphabreaths
"A sweet book for children who have lost a grandparent or any person they love. It helps a child understand that when someone dies, they have not disappeared, but can be found everywhere." —Jan Chozen Bays
After a grandfather dies, a father and son journey forward through seasons and time, discovering how our loved ones remain with us even after they pass on.
From beloved author Gail Silver of the Anh's Anger series comes a touching story of a father comforting his son after a grandfather dies. The lovely rhyme and poetry offers a heartfelt way to discuss loss and grief with a child. We see, along with the little boy of the story, how our loved ones are with us forever, in everything we do.
Beautiful watercolors carry the reader through the seasons as the father describes the cycle of life, and all of the beauty and sadness that comes with it.
Reviews
"How do we answer children's questions about the cycle of life? Gail Silver's Where Did Poppy Go? is the perfect resource for this. In a gentle and comforting way, this book shares the deep wisdom of interbeing with kids. I highly recommend it!" —Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE, RYT, author of Raising Good Humans
"Gail Silver's wise exploration of grief and loss through the eyes of a father and son will bring a sense of comfort and connection to every family who reads it. Amanda Quartey's stunning illustrations complement the lyrical language perfectly. Where Did Poppy Go? is a joy to read, and it will undoubtedly create space for parents and children to come together in difficult times. I highly recommend this book to every family." —Carla Naumburg, PhD, LICSW, author of Parenting in the Present Moment
"Gail Silver's touching Where Did Poppy Go? is sure to console both children and adults through difficult losses, as well as inspire reflection even in happy times." —Dr. Christopher Willard, author of Alphabreaths
"A sweet book for children who have lost a grandparent or any person they love. It helps a child understand that when someone dies, they have not disappeared, but can be found everywhere." —Jan Chozen Bays
