After the phenomenal success of The Storm Whale and On Sudden Hill, this new book by Benji Davies deals with the emotional topic of losing a grandparent. Subtly told, this beautifully illustrated book tackles a difficult subject with great sensitivity and depth.At the bottom of Syds garden, through the gate and past the tree, is Grandads house. Syd can let himself in any time he likes. But one day when Syd comes to call, Grandad isnt in any of the usual places. Hes in the attic, where he ushers Syd through a door, and the two of them journey to a wild, beautiful island awash in color where Grandad decides he will remain. So Syd hugs Grandad one last time and sets sail for home. Visiting Grandads house at the bottom of the garden again, he finds it just the same as its always been except that Grandad isnt there anymore. Sure to provide comfort to young children struggling to understand loss, Benji Daviess tale is a sensitive and beautiful reminder that our loved ones live on in our memories long after theyre gone.This gorgeous Benji Davies title is now available in board book format!Books from the World of the Storm Whale:The Storm WhaleThe Storm Whale in WinterGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies:On Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 3 years.

There are 30 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2019 by Simon & Schuster Ltd .

Benji Davies is an animation director and illustrator of children's books. He lives in London with his wife, Nina.