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Where is Uncle Al?
Six-year-old Lily's uncle dies before she is born, but she wants to get to know him. So she asks each of her family members in turn, "Where is Uncle Al?"
A picture book to start conversations about death and share beliefs about life.
Where is Uncle Al? will help children who are grieving, whose parents are grieving,
or for young people with questions we find hard to answer. It is an inclusive, contemplative story for people of all faiths and none.
A picture book to start conversations about death and share beliefs about life.
Where is Uncle Al? will help children who are grieving, whose parents are grieving,
or for young people with questions we find hard to answer. It is an inclusive, contemplative story for people of all faiths and none.
- GenresPicture Books
40 pages, Paperback
First published July 20, 2020
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January 6, 2021
Beautifully illustrated story of a little girl who wonders why her Uncle Al never comes to her birthday party. Through simple questions and hopeful curiosity, we learn how to talk to children about death and how to help them find a place in their imaginations for someone they've never had the chance to meet. Lively, colourful art fills the pages with life and happiness, while the deft storytelling is both touching and hopeful. A great book for any family navigating conversations about the death of a loved one with a small child.
January 5, 2021
A contemplative and inclusive text, beautifully illustrated.
January 6, 2021
A thoughtful story which has been wonderfully illustrated.
February 1, 2021
Such a thoughtful and compelling book. Both the pictures and the words really help make it easy for children to understand death and helps adults with what would otherwise be a difficult conversation.
March 23, 2021
Gorgeously and imaginatively illustrated with lively and colourful pictures. The story is simple, a child investigating the whereabouts of her missing relative, without patronising young readers. It would not be unsuitable for adults who'd appreciate the kind message and artwork. The book is less about death and more about grief and coming to terms with absence. Highly recommended!
February 21, 2021
A thought provoking & beautiful book.
Highly recommended for tackling a difficult subject with young children. Sensitive, yet to-the-point.
Highly recommended for tackling a difficult subject with young children. Sensitive, yet to-the-point.
Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews