This gentle, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of a pet dying. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.

Bear loves her hamster, Hammy. They are great friends. When Hammy no longer wants to play with her, Bear is very worried. And when Hammy dies, Bear is very upset. Dad helps Bear to find a way to remember Hammy in a positive way.

The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Reviews

Excellent for sharing and encouraging discussion... we can all learn from the approach taken in this series.

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Sue Graves

Sue Graves has been a freelance children’s author for more than 17 years. She has written over two hundred books for children from pre-school up to 15+ years. She writes fiction and non-fiction, plays and poetry across the age ranges.

Sue loves reading all sorts of books and is at her happiest when she has a book in her hand. She also loves painting in watercolours, playing tennis and badminton and going for long walks in the country with her husband and children.