Love is the Gift: supporting young children through bereavement

Joanna Moore

‘Love is the Gift: supporting children through bereavement’ by Joanna Moore is a beautifully illustrated story book, told in verse, about Alana, a young mermaid struggling to accept that her beloved grandmother is dying.

Aimed at children aged 6 – 11 years old, with the aid of a parent or guardian, this book can help children to reflect on their emotions, understand what they are feeling and start to comprehend what death means.