GG and Mamela ; Written by Belinda Brock , Illustrated by Avi Katz – A Virtual Book Tour –

For a children’s book I must say this is a pretty powerful subject. Although a very short book it has a lot to offer in it’s entirety.The first few pages introduce the relationship between an older woman and her Great Granddaughter, seen mostly through the child’s eyes. The love she has for her GG and the way she looks forward to spending time with her.

Sadly what happens to everyone happens here.The author deals with the fact that we all get older and what happens at the end of a long life. How kids might view what is happening and how parents can help their children understand.This is the perfect book for a parent to read to their  young child that might have an ailing Grandparent that might need extra care.Just maybe you won’t want to make it a bed time story.

The artwork is very attractive it resembles water color paintings and the artist    ( Avi Katz) captures the essence of the story. You can actually see the connection between Child and Grandmother.As a Grand parent I get it but I think it’s a good read for anyone really…

Title: GG and Mamela | Author: Belinda Brock | Illustrator: Avi Katz | Publication Date: April 15, 2014 | Publisher: Lamb Press | Pages: 32 | Recommended Ages: 4 to 10

The Early Buzz

“…simple but emotionally resonant illustrations…a nice, true-to-life touch…The book pairs an ethereal illustration with lyrical text, which truly captures the healing, transporting power of music in this setting. A welcome addition to children’s literature about death and dying.” ~ Kirkus Reviews

“This book is beautifully written and illustrated. The author takes a difficult subject and weaves a story full of life lessons. The universal themes of life, death, family, loss,and chicken soup are shared through a child’s eyes and remind us that even after one dies, love remains.” ~ Jamie O’Malley, President and CEO, Midwest Palliative and Hospice CareCenter

“GG and Mamela is a large helping of Chicken Soup for the heart and soul. It helps children cope with the death of a loved one in gentle and understanding terms. Belinda Brock has done a great service for children and parents alike.” ~ Rabbi Evan Moffic, Spiritual Leader of Congregation Solel and Author

“This is a WONDERFUL story for families who are grappling with loss, death and dying. This is a wonderful story about a special relationship between a girl and her great grandmother at the end of her beautiful life. Very moving story, perfect for children!!” ~ 5 Star Review, Laura, Goodreads

About the Author: Belinda Brock

Currently a writing coach and free-lance editor, Belinda Brock‘s background is in teaching and educational publishing. She loves the intersection of literature and art found in picture books and believes their appeal and benefit extend beyond childhood. She also enjoys farmers’ markets, dreaming up soup recipes and Meatless Mondays. Although she didn’t become a librarian as she once considered, she is the sponsor and steward of the Little Free Library in her city. She has been known to stay up past her bedtime reading. Belinda writes about literacy, children and books on her blog–grandbooking–at http://belindabrock.com and also at Highland Park Sun-Times where you can check out this great interview with Belinda.

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