The Caterpillar's Question |
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| Illustrator:
| Salman, Ilma |
| Author:
| Searcy, Tom |
| ISBN: | 979-8-8018-5328-4 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2022 |
| Publisher: | Independently Published
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $9.99 |
Book Description:
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Children often struggle with the concept of the passing of a pet, a family member, or a friend. This book presents transformation and change as a natural process. The process yields a beautiful future for a caterpillar who does not understand the transformation. It is meant to provide a source of interest and conversation of parents and teachers as to how life transformation is a positive change rather than a scary occurrence. Think of this book as a tool to make the discussion...
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Children often struggle with the concept of the passing of a pet, a family member, or a friend. This book presents transformation and change as a natural process. The process yields a beautiful future for a caterpillar who does not understand the transformation. It is meant to provide a source of interest and conversation of parents and teachers as to how life transformation is a positive change rather than a scary occurrence. Think of this book as a tool to make the discussion easier.
Author Tom Searcy is a parent of three children who have each lost family members, friends, and pets. This book is a story told to his children to help them think of death less about grief and more about transformation and a reason for celebration. As a parent and a Christ follower, the idea of moving on from this life to the next is key to understanding life, death, and salvation. He lives with his wife and their three children in Indianapolis.