Peque Y Yo - by Alicia Acosta (Hardcover)

About the Book

"When Peque, my dog, died, everyone at home was sad. The next day, a dark cloud began to follow me around and it felt like I had soap in my eyes and an octopus wrapped tightly around my heart."--

Book Synopsis

When Peque, my dog, died, everyone at home was sad. The next day, a dark cloud began to follow me around and it felt like I had soap in my eyes and an octopus wrapped tightly around my heart...
Written by the renowned child author and psychologist, Alicia Acosta, this uplifting, beautifully illustrated story explores themes of loss and grief and the power of memories.

Cuando mi perro Peque murió, todos en casa nos pusimos tristes. Al día siguiente, una nube comenzó a seguirme a todos lados, me entró jabón en los ojos y un pulpo me agarró muy fuerte del corazón.

De la renombrada autora infantil y psicóloga, Alicia Acosta.

Review Quotes

Using straightforward language to describe emotions commonly associated with death makes this story more relatable to children and reassures readers their feelings are normal and valid. - Children's Lit

An excellent addition to Spanish picture book collections for children, and a solid choice for exploring loss and grief. - School Library Journal