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Always and Forever

Donna Arthur Downs Elena Delzer

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Redemption Press
30 July 2024
"When a young girl's grandmother dies, she wonders about Grandma's promise to be there for her ""always and forever."" In her grief, she questions, ""Does forever stop and always have an end?""

But as she remembers the good times she had with her grandma, the memories serve to help keep her grandma alive in her heart.

Touching and memorable, this realistic approach to helping children with their feelings of grief highlights the importance of cherishing memories and the value of building relationships. Delightful rhyming language will appeal to both children and adults.

Always & Forever is a great resource for families to use when helping a child cope with the loss of a loved one. In this tender picture book, author Donna Arthur Downs lets readers feel the pain this child feels after Grandma passes away, walking us through the heartbreak and leaving us with a sense of hope and peace.

-Michelle Medlock Adams, multiple award-winning author of more than one hundred books, including Fly High: Understanding Grief with God's Help "
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Illustrated by:   Elena Delzer
Imprint:   Redemption Press
Dimensions:   Height: 254mm,  Width: 203mm,  Spine: 2mm
Weight:   122g
ISBN:   9781683147978
ISBN 10:   1683147979
Pages:   36
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 5 to 12 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Donna Arthur Downs is an emerging author and poet. She has a BA and an MA in English and communication and an Ed.D. in adult, community, and higher education, and has taught at the college level for more than thirty years. Her articles have appeared in various magazines, and most recently in the compilation, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Attitude of Gratitude. Donna is married to Larry, and they have two sons, Nathan and Brandon, one daughter-in-law, one granddaughter, and two grandsons. An amateur photographer and guitar player, she enjoys playing board games and appreciates nature and the sounds of the woods of southern Indiana. Madison, Wisconsin-based artist Elena Delzer received her BFA in illustration from Taylor University. Inspired by the beauty of nature and peaceful moments, she loves creating and bringing stories to life.

Reviews for Always and Forever

This sweet and tender story will give comfort and reassurance to children that Grandma is still with them even after she is gone. It's a great resource for parents as they help their children process their emotions and accept the loss of someone they dearly loved. -Crystal Bowman, best-selling, award-winning author of more than 100 books for children, including My Arms Will Hold You Tight. Always and Forever by Donna Downs is a beautifully crafted, rhyming picture book that delicately navigates the intricate landscape of a child's emotions in the face of losing a grandparent. The story captures the profound questions and thoughts that arise during this tender time, offering young readers a comforting exploration of the grieving process. Through its heartfelt portrayal of a child's confusion and longing, the book provides a relatable perspective for young minds grappling with loss. The narrative gracefully weaves together cherished memories, demonstrating how love transcends the physical realm. This book serves as an invaluable resource, introducing the concept of death to very young children with sensitivity and grace. Always and Forever is a touching tribute that reminds us all that the bond between generations lives on in our hearts forever. -Kim Childress, book editor, Girls' Life magazine; owner, Ink-a-Dink Children's Bookstore


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