For Every Dog An Angel. Written and illustrated by Christine Davis. Lighthearted Press Inc., 2004. A comforting book for anybody who has lost a beloved canine companion. Uplifting and highly recommended. Fiction picture book. Interest level: Gr. K-Adult.

Old Coyote. Written by Nancy Wood. Illustrated by Max Grafe. Candlewick Press, 2004. 32 pages. After saying goodbye to his loved ones and visiting all his old haunts, Old Coyote finds the perfect rock to curl up on, closes his eyes and passes away, embarking on his journey to a new world. An award-winning book that explains death with sensitivity and care. Fiction picture book. Interest level: Gr. K-Adult.

Turtle Girl. Written by Carole Crowe. Illustrated by Jim Postier. Boyds Mills Press, 2008. 30 pages. As her late grandmother taught her, Magdalena protects the tiny sea turtle hatchlings that nest near her home and is comforted by doing so. Magdalena’s good work in helping an endangered species will inspire many readers. Fiction picture book. Interest level: Gr. 2-4.

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