32 pages
2022
ISBN: 9789815009811 Grace lives next door to old Mr Milligan and his goat Charlie. They are the best of friends. But when Mr Milligan’s beloved goat dies, everything changes. Will Grace be able to help her friend overcome his sadness? Grace and Mr Milligan is a heart-warming story of grief, love and the healing power of friendship.
- Story deals with the delicate subject of losing a loved one in a gentle accessible way
- Bright, beautiful and sensitive illustrations will engage the reader while exploring a difficult topic
- Helps children understand and develop empathy for others going through the grieving process
- Provides a platform to discuss and navigate death, grief and saying goodbye
- Explores the themes of loss, change and the passage of time, while remaining hopeful