In "Bad Bye, Good Bye," Jonathan Bean explores the emotional journey of a young child navigating the transition of moving away from a familiar home. The story captures the bittersweet feelings of saying goodbye to friends and cherished memories, juxtaposed with the hopeful anticipation of new beginnings in a different place. With whimsical illustrations and gentle prose, the narrative encapsulates the complexities of change, showcasing how farewells can lead to exciting opportunities and the forging of new connections. The book highlights the resilience of children as they embrace both the sadness of leaving and the joy of discovering new horizons. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 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 2014 by Houghton Mifflin .

Deborah Underwood is the author of The Quiet Book and The Loud Book! She lives in San Francisco, California. www. deborahunderwoodbooks. com