"Jordyn looks for her grandma, but cannot find her anywhere. Her bed is empty, her wheelchair is abandoned, and her place at the table unoccupied. Jordyn's mommy tells her that her grandma has 'transitioned', but Jordyn does not know what that means. Her mommy explains that Grandma is now in heaven with other family members. Jordyn misses her grandma and remembers good times spent with her, singing and dancing for her, watching movies together, and playing games. She remembers how her grandma like to spend time with the family, and cook big family dinners. Jordyn's mommy encourages her to focus on happy memories of her grandma and turn tears of sadness into tears of joy. Jordyn knows that whenever she misses her grandma, she can look back at old pictures and videos, and remember the fun times they spent together." "Where's Grandma? is a heartfelt and touching picture book by Tracey Smith about a little girl named Jordyn who faces the loss of her beloved grandma. Struggling with sadness, Jordyn finds it difficult to understand where her grandma has gone. Her mom helps her to cope by gently remembering the happy times they shared. Through these memories, Jordyn discovers that although grandma is no longer there, her love will remain in her heart forever. The author handles the subject of death in a sensitive way that is suitable for young readers. The book includes helpful notes to help parents talk to children about their grief." Rating: 5 Stars by Reader's Choice Book Awards

"Where's Grandma? is a heartfelt picture book that thoughtfully explores the experience of young Jordyn as she faces the difficult reality of losing her grandmother. Through her mother's gentle guidance, Jordyn learns to navigate her grief by focusing on the joyful memories they shared like playing games or dancing and singing. These cherished moments offer her comfort, reminding her that her grandmother's presence continues in her heart and memory.

The vibrant and meticulously crafted illustrations stand out and beautifully complement the emotional depth of the story. Jordyn's emotions are vividly portrayed and bring her journey of loss and remembrance to life. Tackling the sensitive topic of loss can be challenging, particularly for young readers who often grapple with the concept of someone being there one day and gone the next. Author Tracey Smith addresses this challenge with compassion and skill, encouraging readers to embrace the memories of those they have lost and treasure the time spent with loved ones. "The activities Jordyn enjoys with her grandmother are universally relatable, which will create an instant connection for readers. As a parent, I found these moments particularly resonant, having experienced many of the same activities with my own child. This story will undoubtedly strike a chord with young readers, offering them valuable insight into how they can process feelings of sadness and loss. It's a tender and thoughtful children's book that introduces young readers to an essential life skill of learning how to cope with grief and loss. I highly recommend this book to families who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one or to those seeking to open a meaningful dialogue with children about this important subject."

Rating: 5 Stars----by Literary Titan

Publisher: Tracey Smith

Pub date: 2024-03-04

Length: 28 pages