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Author Debbie Zapata has written this picture book with sensitivity The book acknowledges grief and slowly stirs mixed emotions in readers by comforting and empowering them Abuela s Letter is ideal for readers above five years 32 Abuela s Letter is a beautiful story that addresses loss and grief within a Latin family where a young girl is challenged by the death of her grandmother and discovers letter writing as a way to cope and connect with her loved one s passing Alma s favorite days are when her big family gathers at Abuela s house T os take siestas while t as tell their stories.

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But she doesn t feel like celebrating This very realistic description of grief is concise easy to understand for even the youngest of readers The discussion with her and her Papa is beautiful and shows children that adults feel grief too It s now Alma s birthday she is missing her Abuela even She ends up finding a letter from her Abuela that she left before her death The peace closure she now feels is beautiful The Reader s Note at the end of the story is a perfect addition for those who are experiencing grief loss with a child A beautiful must read Thank you to NetGalley Magination Press for a digital review copy in exchange for an honest review 32 I received this book for free This does not impact my review in any shape or form. Abuela's Letter booking Abuela s Letter.

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What a beautiful story I truly wish I could have had that special surprise letter from my own grandparents after they passed away This story reinforces how love is so impactful in our lives even after death Debbie did a great job going through the emotions with the main character after her Abuela s passing and showing how she can hold on to special memories and love in order to feel like the person she loves is never truly gone The illustrations by Alejandra are so sweet and the emotions are so well expressed we feel like we are also in those family fiestas surrounded by all tios primos and yummy food 32 Abuela s Letter is a beautifully written introduction to loss and grief as seen through the eyes of Alma a young girl from a Latinx family Alma loves spending time with her Abuela but when she passes away she can t move through her pain Life just isn t the same without her But with the love and support of her family and a very special birthday gift from her grandma Alma learns that Abuela will always be with her Filled with cultural references and rich backmatter this story is such a valuable resource for all children navigating loss 32 In a family filled with t as t os and primos Alma s abuela is her number one fan But when an illness takes Abuela Alma is left heartbroken As Alma wrestles with the loss her loving family finds ways to support her But it s when Alma discovers Abuela s letter that she begins to understand that Abuela s love will always fill her heart This beautiful story of grief acceptance and healing will help children struggling with their own loss of a loved one Back matter provides guidance to adult caregivers for offering support and comfort 32 ABUELA S LETTER is a moving story about a girl and her special connection with her Abuela When Abuela becomes ill and dies the girl copes with the complicated feelings of grief She finds a letter from her Abuela and remembers Abuela will always be with her what an important message to share with readers Zapata tells the story from a child s perspective using language they can understand while Ru z s illustrations capture the family s love and immerse readers in all the emotions Young readers who are dealing with grief will find solace and a guide for coping while those who have not yet experienced it will have a helpful map for the future All readers will appreciate the theme of family love and connection Back matter offers in depth information for adults looking to support kids This book is a wonderful tool for educational and therapy settings as well as for at home I highly recommend this tender and important story 32 Every child who has loved and lost a special family member will relate to this picture book centered around the death of a grandma Focusing on the importance of family and togetherness through good times and bad the book gives a glimpse into Mexican food traditions and culture Healing activities for caregivers and kids at the end of the book are a good tool to explore grief and treasure memories with loved ones. Abuela's lettergram Having years of experience as a counselor and primos play dominoes while Abuela stirs the frijoles Always at the center is the love of Abuela Alma s beloved grandmother and her number one fan When Abuela dies all of this is suddenly gone Alma is filled with sadness and grief until she finds a letter that Abuela left for her Could Abuela s words be what fills her heart again with love and sweet memories This thoughtful story captures the concept of familismo beautifully a Latin cultural value that involves dedication commitment and loyalty to family Regularly spending time with one s immediate and extended family is part of familismo as well as seeking the family s advice and support for important decisions and life transitions such grief and loss Includes a note to readers in English and Spanish with coping strategies essential to Latino and Hispanic families about grief and loss of a loved one as well as additional ways to support children and honor the life and memory of beloved family members Abuela s LetterAbuela s Letter is a poignant and heartwarming children s book that delicately navigates the theme of loss and love Through the eyes of a young girl who adores her Abuela and her vibrant family we witness the sadness that naturally accompanies her Abuela s passing However the story takes a beautiful turn as the girl receives an unexpected touching letter from her Abuela on her birthday reminding her of the enduring power of love beyond life. Abuela's lettera hotel This book although short and sweet is a tender exploration of loss and love Extremely relatable I highly recommend it for families seeking a gentle introduction to discussing the loss of a loved one with children. Abuela's lettering bubble Charlene lastnownext 32 An incredible diverse story on loss grief the hope for tomorrow A house full of family Abuela is Alma s biggest fan But one day the house of laughter grows quiet as Abuela becomes very sick dies Alma knows she lived a long happy life but she s sad struggles to play in her next basketball game They win by Debbie Zapata and illustrated by Alejandra Ruiz is a touching story about a family learning to honor their loved ones regardless of the pain and sorrow Alma enjoys spending time with her grandmother always in the company of family and love and laughter When she passes away Alma remembers the joy and laughter that her grandmother brought however difficult it may be It isn t long before she finds a letter from her grandmother and realizes that she will always be by Alma s side even if she s no longer there. Book Abuela's letterkenny The illustrations are incredibly comforting The fact that Zapata and Ruiz took the time to integrate Hispanic culture into the story shows how crucial it is for children to learn that grief is universal for everyone even if it might look different from others traditions They pair well with Alma s internal dialogue and how despite the smiles around her nostalgia permeates her voice And it s not just her it s everyone They ve lost someone important and though they try to keep on with their lives it s hard when the one person you can turn to is no longer there I also enjoyed the writing exercise in the end often than not I would have clients write letters to loved ones deceased or otherwise to get all the emotion built up inside them How Alma s grandmother writes her letter gives her the courage to continue living her life with her in her heart Granted not all the letters my clients write are that kind hearted but I enjoy them nonetheless Grief is complex There s a grief that you experience when you know you re about to die but you still choose to love life anyway There s a grief that comes when a loved one has been taken away all too soon and all the precious moments you planned out for them dissipate before you Children have trouble understanding and coping with grief never mind adults But that doesn t mean they can t learn Children can grasp that their loved ones are gone and even though they need support they can get through it It s like how Alma s grandmother trusted Alma enough to continue pushing forward 32 A touching and healing story with beautiful illustrations about grief and how Alma a young girl who adored her grandmother deals with her death with the support of her loving family Highly recommended 32 Abuela has a wonderful relationship with her family When they come to see her they always feel loved and valued When Abuela passes away her granddaughter feels her absence and struggles with the grief Finding a letter that Abuela wrote for her strengthens her and helps her to know that her Abuela lives on. Abuela's Letter book Thankyou to author Debbie Zapata Magination Press and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book: Abuela's letterbox flowers I loved the story line and the culture of family in this story about grief It is for all families and the power of grandparents in the life of their grandchildren: EPub Abuela's letterboxd A special thank you to American Psychological Association Magination Press and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review 32