EVERYTHING CHANGES
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A lyrical and tender story about the difficult emotions a child can feel when their parents break up. While playing together as a family on the beach, it seems the happy, warm days of summer will never end. But then Mom and Dad say they can’t live together anymore, and everything changes …
"This book deftly compares emotions to nature and conveys the message that life goes on, ever changing and ever growing. The text and illustrations work harmoniously to provide examples and extend the metaphors. ... Tenderly nuanced."
-- Kirkus Reviews
"Affirming, without being saccharine, this title honors the emotional journey of young children facing such separations."
-- School Library Journal
"This is an incredibly thoughtful book about the often painful subject of divorce, and it is one that approaches the topic in a way that’s respectful of children’s feelings, while also conveying a sense of hope."
-- Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
"This book is so well done. … tenderly told with optimism and hope."
-- Books Grow Minds
"[B]eautiful story … I highly recommend giving this one a read."
-- Oh the Books We Love