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Written and illustrated by the talented and award-winning author-illustrator Rebecca Cobb, this extraordinary book deals with the loss of a parent from a child's point of view. Perfectly pitched text and evocative artwork explore the many emotions a bereaved child may experience, from anger to guilt and from sadness to bewilderment. And importantly, the book also focuses on the positive - the recognition that the child is still part of a family, and that his memories of his mother are to be treasured. Beautifully illustrated with moments of wonderful warmth and the gentlest humour, Missing Mummy is a touching, honest and helpful book that approaches a difficult subject with great integrity. Review: Requested by a 4 year old again and again - My daughter lost her father about 2 month ago. She's aware of what happened but I didn't see any particular signs of grief yet. I've read that it can be delayed in young children. Fell in love with the illustrations and simplicity, so decided to buy this book even though the situation described differs from ours. I was quite surprised when she started asking for it over and over. In fact, this is the only book we read now, before bed and first thing in the morning. I've tried other books on bereavement, but it seems this one suits her age best. Frankly saying, I found it quite therapeutic for myself too. I seem to go through the same stages as the little boy in the book. Hope this helps. bd Review: Highly recommend - This book is such a sensitive, comforting, real view of a book. We bought this for our 2 year old grandson who lost his mother. If you don't have any religious or spiritual beliefs this is a wonderful book to support children in grief.
| Best Sellers Rank | 126,395 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 110 in Children's Books on Death & Dying 140 in Fiction About Death & Dying for Children 3,020 in Fiction About Family for Children |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 170 Reviews |
B**D
Requested by a 4 year old again and again
My daughter lost her father about 2 month ago. She's aware of what happened but I didn't see any particular signs of grief yet. I've read that it can be delayed in young children. Fell in love with the illustrations and simplicity, so decided to buy this book even though the situation described differs from ours. I was quite surprised when she started asking for it over and over. In fact, this is the only book we read now, before bed and first thing in the morning. I've tried other books on bereavement, but it seems this one suits her age best. Frankly saying, I found it quite therapeutic for myself too. I seem to go through the same stages as the little boy in the book. Hope this helps. bd
A**M
Highly recommend
This book is such a sensitive, comforting, real view of a book. We bought this for our 2 year old grandson who lost his mother. If you don't have any religious or spiritual beliefs this is a wonderful book to support children in grief.
C**Y
Great book for children
Good to help with younger children
A**R
Book
Beautifuly done , covers a lot
A**V
For pre school/young children
Simple language and illustrations for younger children who have lost their mum. Bought for my 3 year old great niece and she was able to identify with the story easily.
Z**A
such warmth
Beautifully illustrated and narrated. A lovely book to read together after a warm bath and in their PJs. I recommend
M**M
An excellent resource for bereaved children
Excellently written. Without much details that can confuse a young child, the book is written in a way that explains to a child that it's ok to feel sad, and angry and scared after their mummy's death and that it's not their fault and they're still family and can keep their mummy's memories in their heart, always.
J**P
Lovely book for grieving pre school / young child after loss of parent
A simply beautifully written book for a complicated situation. Great for helping the reading adult know what to say to the grieving child, not overly emotive in wording, but importantly matter of fact and does not lead to over interpretation. Simple and to be treasured for sharing memories over many years.
B**D
Great pathway for kids to start asking questions
I purchased this book as a gift for a little boy who lost his mom at only 7 years old. He didn't quite understand where his mommy went. He read this book over and over and it helped start questions for him to ask his dad. It helped start a dialogue for his dad. And it's in ways little kids can understand. I recommend this book.
S**E
Five Stars
A very short book but good.
A**A
MISSING MOMMY BRIDGETTE
Arrived on time. Good condition . Very simple nice book with a deep message I am giving to my nieces and nephews that lost their mother. In memory of my dear sister Bridgette.
R**E
Beautiful book
Lovely book.. approaches the subject very gently. Has beautiful illustrations helping kids whose linguistic skills might not be developed.
S**N
Best book ever
I looked at a lot of books related to death and this is the only one that was good for every young kid that lost their mom. I plan on giving it to a friends 5 year old who just lost his mom.
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