Grief is an Elephant

An imaginative and heartfelt book that reminds us that there is no loss without love.  While grief and loss are not an easy subject matter, this beautifully illustrated book tackles it with gentle kindness.  

When Grief first arrives, it is like an elephant-so big that there is hardly room for anything else. But over time, Grief can become smaller and smaller-first a deer, then a fox, a mouse, and finally a flickering firefly in the darkness leading us down a path of loving remembrance. This lyrical work is an empathetic and comforting balm for anyone who is experiencing grief, be it grieving the loss of a loved one or losses in the world around us.

Children can often feel confused by their emotions. The tender voice and soft illustrations in this book help to make these emotions feel less frightening, and the hopeful ending provides a reassuring message that grief will transform over time.

This book is written for children, however, it carries a message that every age will relate to--a very thoughtful way to express sympathy and compassion for anyone experiencing a loss. 

• Hardcover
• 36 pages
• 9.35 x 0.32 x 9.4 inches