The Memory Box
A Book about Grief
$35.22
- Hardcover
32 pages
- Release Date
25 September 2017
Summary
“I’m scared I’ll forget you.”
From the perspective of a young child, Joanna Rowland artfully describes what it is like to remember and grieve a loved one who has died. The child in the story creates a memory box to keep mementos and written memories of the loved one, to help in the grieving process.
Heartfelt and comforting, The Memory Box will help children and adults talk about this very difficult topic together. The unique point of view allows the reader to imagine…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781506426723 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1506426727 |
| Author: | Joanna Rowland |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press,u.s. |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press,U.S. |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 25 September 2017 |
| Weight: | 408g |
| Dimensions: | 257mm x 257mm x 8mm |
| Series: | Memory Box |
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“Baker’s mixed-media collages integrate bits of fabric and softly textured papers, creating a homey atmosphere that dovetails nicely with the girl’s homemade box.” – Publishers Weekly “Publishers Weekly” “Heartfelt and comforting, ‘The Memory Box’ is beautifully illustrated by Thea Baker and will help adults talk about this very difficult topic with children ages 4 to 8.” – Midwest Book Review, Psychology Shelf “Midwest Book Review, Psychology Shelf”
About The Author
Joanna Rowland
Joanna Rowland grew up in Sacramento, California, where she still lives today with her husband and three children. She teaches kindergarten by day and writes picture books at night. In the summer, you’ll find her at the pool coaching synchronized swimming or cozying up with a book. She is the author of The Memory Box: A Book about Grief; The Memory Book: A Grief Journal for Children and Families; and Stay Through the Storm.
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