Maybe Tomorrow? (A Story about Loss, Healing, and Friendship)
Book description
Elba has a black block. She's been dragging it around for a long time. Norris is always surrounded by a happy cloud of butterflies. Can Norris and his butterflies help ease Elba's sadness?This
tender exploration of loss will resonate with anyone who has experienced hardship or grief, from
the death…
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Why read it?
2 authors picked Maybe Tomorrow? (A Story about Loss, Healing, and Friendship) as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I cannot think of anything more intriguing than this hippopotamus named Elba dragging a big block everywhere she goes or anything kinder than this alligator named Norris who dances wherever he goes.
These characters draw you in and guide you in feeling loss, sadness, kindness, hope, and friendship. Norris gently walks with Elba, offering to lighten her heavy load. He is never pushy, always inviting – never judging, always hopeful. “Maybe tomorrow?” he says. Maybe that is what we all need – the strength and company of someone who can believe in tomorrow for us when we are lost in…
From Karen's list on children dealing with death, grief, and loss.
Elba drags a dark, heavy block everywhere she goes. Later we learn Elba has lost a friend, and carries that loss like a weight. Her friend Norris, who is always surrounded by butterflies, tries to help. Maybe Tomorrow? is a metaphorical story about how friendship can help lighten the darkness of grief and sadness. Having experienced my share of grief, this book struck so many emotional chords. It speaks with truth and compassion, and is a wonderful resource for kids who are struggling with their emotions, especially grief.
“I’ll always have this block, you know,” said Elba.
“Yes, maybe you…
From Amanda's list on dealing with feelings.
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