Mi Vida Después de la Pérdida de Un Padre - by Mari C Schuh (Paperback)

About the Book

"Meet Scarlett! She likes to ride bike, read, and play outside. Her dad died when she was young. Scarlett is real and so are her experiences with grief. Learn about what it's like when a parent dies in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students"--

Book Synopsis

Translated into North American Spanish, this installment of our popular series highlighting real-life stories of real kids delves into family topics that affect countless kids: grief, divorced parents and blended families. Foster understanding and empathy with these narrative nonfiction books featuring real kids and their lives. Expressive illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font foster inclusivity.
Meet Scarlett! She likes to ride bike, read, and play outside. Her dad died when she was young. Scarlett is real and so are her experiences with grief. Learn what it's like when a parent dies in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. With the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh, Scarlett sheds light on how her family grieved and what it's like to live without her dad. Scarlett's story is augmented by colorful, realistic illustrations. A dyslexic-friendly font promotes accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with people who have a lost a loved one. North American Spanish translation.

Review Quotes

"Highlights the real-life experiences of children navigating diverse challenges..." --School Library Journal

"This is an invaluable addition to any library or classroom collection." --School Library Journal

About the Author

Mari Schuh is the author of hundreds of nonfiction books for beginning readers, covering topics from tomatoes to tornadoes. She lives in the Midwest with her husband and their sassy house rabbit.