About this item
Highlights
- "The gentle message holds particular validity for children and is conveyed in a tenderhearted manner.
- 4-8 Years
- 8.25" x 9.99" Paperback
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
Description
About the Book
All the woodland creatures love old Badger, and when he dies, they are overwhelmed by their loss. Then, they begin to remember, and through their memories, the animals find the strength to face the future with hope. "An ageless story of death, love, and comfort".--Rocky Mountain News. Full color.Book Synopsis
"The gentle message holds particular validity for children and is conveyed in a tenderhearted manner." --Booklist
"Warm and sensitive." --Publishers Weekly
All the woodland creatures--Mole, Frog, Fox, and Rabbit--love old Badger, who is their confidante, advisor, and friend. When he dies, they are overwhelmed by their loss. Then they begin to remember and treasure the memories he left them.
Told simply, directly, and honestly, this uplifting story will be of tremendous value to both children and their parents. A gentle classic that can help foster communication, care, and understanding.
From the Back Cover
Badger's friends are sad when he dies but treasure the memories he left them. "The gentle message holds particular validity for children and is conveyed in a tenderhearted. ..manner."-- Book1ist.Review Quotes
"The gentle message holds particular validity for children and is conveyed in a tenderhearted manner." -- Booklist
"Warm and sensitive." -- Publishers Weekly