HOLE (GRIEVING) (PB)

A little boy has a big hole in his life after his brother’s death. It follows him everywhere. But with the help of a friend, he manages to climb into the hole and confront his grief – the sadness, the anger, and the simple truth of how much he misses his brother. He realises he can find some comfort in filling the hole with his favourite memories. This story uses a direct and thoughtful metaphor to explain the grieving process for young readers, and demonstrates the importance of friendship, support, and the power of talking about your feelings.