Author: Davies, Benji

Picture storybooks

Published on 2 July 2015 by Simon & Schuster Ltd (Simon & Schuster Childrens Books) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 32 pages, Full colour
275 x 250 x 4 | 208g

After the phenomenal success of The Storm Whale and On Sudden Hill, this new book by Benji Davies deals with the emotional topic of losing a grandparent. Subtly told, this beautifully illustrated book tackles a difficult subject with great sensitivity and depth.

At the bottom of Syds garden, through the gate and past the tree, is Grandads house. Syd can let himself in any time he likes. But one day when Syd comes to call, Grandad isnt in any of the usual places. Hes in the attic, where he ushers Syd through a door, and the two of them journey to a wild, beautiful island awash in color where Grandad decides he will remain. So Syd hugs Grandad one last time and sets sail for home. Visiting Grandads house at the bottom of the garden again, he finds it just the same as its always been except that Grandad isnt there anymore. Sure to provide comfort to young children struggling to understand loss, Benji Daviess tale is a sensitive and beautiful reminder that our loved ones live on in our memories long after theyre gone.

Books from the World of the Storm Whale:The Storm WhaleThe Storm Whale in WinterGrandma BirdAlso by Benji Davies:On Sudden Hill, written by Linda SarahWhen the Dragons Came, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne MooreJump on Board the Animal Train, written by Naomi Kefford and Lynne Moore