Goodbye, School - by Tonya Lippert (Hardcover)

About the Book

Franny has always been at Havenwood and she loves her school! But now it's time to go somewhere else...How can Franny say goodbye? Includes a Reader's Note by the author with information on how to guide children through periods of transition or change and acknowledge their feelings throughout the experience.

Book Synopsis

Franny loves her school. She's played, read, studied, and even napped here. Franny has lots of good memories there.

But today it's time to leave. As Franny prepares to move to a new school, she takes time to reminisce and cherish her old school. She wants to find a way to honor this special place. How can Franny say goodbye? Included is a Reader's Note by the author with information on how to guide children through periods of transition or change and acknowledge their feelings throughout the experience.

Review Quotes

"Lippert offers a paramount perspective on the topic of saying goodbye as a mental health therapist. She has created a character that readers are able to relate to. As someone who at a young age struggled when it came to moving and changing schools, I would have loved to read a story like this one." --BookTrib

"It's also important for kids who are not moving to use empathy and provide support and hope to children who are moving on. Goodbye, School helped give closure to our students in a really positive way." --Books That Heal Kids

"Lippert's languid prose and tender child's-eye point of view evoke the emotions of a young person's struggle with transitions, especially changing schools...Perfect for children going through transitions and the adults who guide them." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Tonya Lippert, PhD, LCSW studied developmental psychology and clinical social work, is the co-author of a book on ADHA, was a visiting professor at Reed College, worked at the Oregon Social Learning Center, and currently runs mental health therapy groups at Kaiser Permanente. She lives in Portland, OR. Visit tonyalippert.blog and @tlipk on Twitter.

Tracy Bishop has a degree from San Jose University in graphic design, with a focus on illustration and animation, and is the illustrator of more than 20 children's books. She lives in San Jose, California. Visit tracybishop.com and @tracybishopart on Instagram and Twitter.