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A beautiful, moving and reassuring book on the theme of bereavement.
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When Fox dies the rest of his 'family' are absolutely distraught. How will Mole, Otter and Hare go on without their beloved friend? But, months later, Squirrel reminds them all of how funny Fox used to be, and they realise that Fox is still there in their hearts and memories.
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60 of 60 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is an excellent book. I came across it in my school when it was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Award a few years ago. The story of how the animals cope with the death of Fox is gently told and would be good for all children to read, but especially those who have lost a loved one. The illustrations are beautiful and the story's ending is uplifting, although I must confess that I cannot read it or tell anyone about it without crying (a little embarrassing infront of your pupils, but there you go). Highly recommended, but if you are soppy like me buy a pack of tissues with it.
71 of 72 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
¡§Otter, Mole, Fox and Hare lived together in a house in the woods.¡¨ In their family, Fox always played a wise role. As far as the others of this family were concerned, Fox was the father of the house. But one day, Fox died in the woods. His family was very sad, they felt totally lost without Fox. The worst thing was that they didn't want to do anything except think about their sorrow. But then Squirrel came to visit them and reminded them of the funny things Fox had done, and finally they all understood that Fox will always be in their hearts and memories and all of the memories will last forever.
Charming and exquisite pictures will make you feel deeply impressed with this book. Most drawings appear in double-page spreads, they are detailed and transmit the deeply emotional aura of this story. Since I have bought this book, I can hardly put it down. This is the first time¡FI feel a strong impulse to learn how to illustrate children's picture books.
Fluent text and a moving story make this book my favorite of any I have read recently. At the beginning the author uses metaphor, which is extremely appropriate to symbolize that Fox will die soon. Nevertheless, in this work the most striking sentence is the words that Squirrel said ¡§But life has to go on.¡¨ Especially the way she remembered some of the amusing things Fox had done in the past to comfort and encourage her friends. Although the theme of this story is somewhat sad, children can learn to come to terms with bereavement and face the loss of close relatives in human life. It is a good way for children to realize that no matter how sad they are, life has to go on after all.
This is a thoughtful as well as a very heartwarming story, which all children should enjoy. Well worth treasuring and reading.
Charming and exquisite pictures will make you feel deeply impressed with this book. Most drawings appear in double-page spreads, they are detailed and transmit the deeply emotional aura of this story. Since I have bought this book, I can hardly put it down. This is the first time¡FI feel a strong impulse to learn how to illustrate children's picture books.
Fluent text and a moving story make this book my favorite of any I have read recently. At the beginning the author uses metaphor, which is extremely appropriate to symbolize that Fox will die soon. Nevertheless, in this work the most striking sentence is the words that Squirrel said ¡§But life has to go on.¡¨ Especially the way she remembered some of the amusing things Fox had done in the past to comfort and encourage her friends. Although the theme of this story is somewhat sad, children can learn to come to terms with bereavement and face the loss of close relatives in human life. It is a good way for children to realize that no matter how sad they are, life has to go on after all.
This is a thoughtful as well as a very heartwarming story, which all children should enjoy. Well worth treasuring and reading.
28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book for my 3 children, aged 5,3 and 1 when my dad died suddenly. It explains death in a very gentle child friendly way, and encourages children to remember happy things about those that have died, not just sad things. The ilustrations are beautiful.
My children adore the book still, and if we're feeling a bit sad, or just remembering grandad we sit and read it, rarely with dry eyes! I now recommend it to al my friends who are struggling explaining death to young children.
My children adore the book still, and if we're feeling a bit sad, or just remembering grandad we sit and read it, rarely with dry eyes! I now recommend it to al my friends who are struggling explaining death to young children.
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Fantastic for preparing young children for bereavement
I researched lots of books on Amazon while my daughter's grandpa was poorly. I short-listed four, then got three from the library before committing to buy. Read more
Published 2 months ago by kparsons
the context is important
This is a lovely book, however it was not appropriate for the children I bought it for, so will not be passed on. Read more
Published 3 months ago by allotmentfairy
lovely book. sad but endearing and helpful
great book, a lovely though unlikely family who lose a close one but learn that they can be sad and then find ways to get through it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by jm
Lovely little book and arrived promptly
The book arrived next in good condition. I bought it to start discussing death with my two children. This is a very good little book.
Published 8 months ago by v1k2harvey
Always and Forever
An excellent book for young children to understand dealing with bereavement and told at just the correct leval for them to understand.
Published 9 months ago by Phil
Want to see a grown man cry? ...fabulously emotive learning book which...
We stumbled across this book, don't remember where, don't recall when.
This coupled with the "Mog goes to Heaven" book make for a well rounded introduction to death of a loved... Read more
This coupled with the "Mog goes to Heaven" book make for a well rounded introduction to death of a loved... Read more
Published 11 months ago by J. Spennewyn
Lovely, easy to understand book
We bought this book after my beloved father in law passed away to try and explain things more to our 6 and 4 year old children. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ms. K. M. Harris
lovely
Lovely book. Explains things gently and simply to a child. I bought this to help explain to my little boy when my own Mum died. It seemed to help him understand. Read more
Published 15 months ago by J. Haselden
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Beautifully written book for a child to hear at bedtime and to go to sleep knowing that they will always be loved.
Published 15 months ago by Denise K. Church
great book
i purchased this book after reading recomendations about it on here, it was bought to help my son who is 7 , to understand a bit more and help him after his nana died, we wanted... Read more
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