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Water Bugs and Dragonflies Explaining Death to Children

by Doris Stickney   |  Ages 5-8
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Water Bugs and Dragonflies Explaining Death to Children
Water Bugs and Dragonflies Explaining Death to Children

Metaphorical tale simplifying death for young minds.

"Water Bugs and Dragonflies" is a gentle, thoughtful book that could provide comfort to a child grappling with the concept of death. It uses the transformation of water bugs into dragonflies as an allegory to help explain the transition from life to death in a way that's accessible and reassuring. This small, meaningful book could be just what a young reader needs to find solace during a confusing time.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Water Bugs and Dragonflies Explaining Death to Children

by Doris Stickney   |  Ages 5-8
Save up to 43%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$11.34  

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ISBN: 9780829816242
Authors: Doris Stickney
Publisher: Pilgrim Press
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Young Readers, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Nature, Adventure, Emotion, Family
Goodreads rating: 4.45
(rated by 346 readers)

Description

Aimed primarily at children, this book uses the allegory of metamorphosis to assist in understanding death.
 

Metaphorical tale simplifying death for young minds.

"Water Bugs and Dragonflies" is a gentle, thoughtful book that could provide comfort to a child grappling with the concept of death. It uses the transformation of water bugs into dragonflies as an allegory to help explain the transition from life to death in a way that's accessible and reassuring. This small, meaningful book could be just what a young reader needs to find solace during a confusing time.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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