Andersen Press Badger's Parting Gifts: 35th Anniversary Picture Book for Children Dealing with Death

Celebrate the 35th Anniversary Edition of Badger’s Parting Gifts, the classic and multi award-winning picture book by Susan Varley, designed to help young children understand bereavement and the process of grief. This touching story focuses on how memories keep loved ones alive even after they are gone.

The narrative follows Badger, who, knowing his time is near, prepares his friends by sharing the valuable lessons he has learned throughout his life. After Badger passes away, his grieving friends begin to share the special things he taught them, realizing that his influence lives on through their shared memories.

• Classic picture book addressing themes of loss and grief for young readers.
• Features a helpful reading guide from Child Bereavement UK with tips for discussing grief with children.
• Endorsed by Child Bereavement UK, who state it provides young children with a means to understand grief.
• Praised by the Times Educational Supplement as 'The best book for children on this theme.'

• Author/Artist: Susan Varley
• Publisher: Andersen Press
• Publication Date: March 7, 1987
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 32 pages
• Dimensions: 270 x 4 x 230mm (27 x 0.4 x 23 cm)
• Weight: 200 g
• ISBN-13: 978-1849395144
• Reading Age: 4 - 8 years

This edition marks the 40th anniversary of the story, offering a gentle and profound way for families and educators to navigate difficult conversations about losing a loved one.