It's nearly finished, you know, Jelly Bean said one chilly autumn day as they walked along the wet sand. Abby licked at the salty taste the wind had left on her lips, and thought excitedly of their secret project.
While loss is sad, loving is triumphant. Above all this is a story of hope and celebration of life.
Written by Molly Carlile - a leading grief and loss counsellor, educator and consultant - this is the story of nine-year-old Abby and her very special Grandma Jelly Bean. It is a story of the things they like to do together, especially finding treasures on the beach for their secret project.
One day Jelly Bean is rushed to hospital. We follow Abby and her family as they experience the roller coaster of emotions associated with a sudden serious illness, until finally, each member of the family says good bye - in their own unique way - and Jelly Bean dies.
This honest yet sensitive book will help young readers to learn about death and dying, and the rituals and feelings that accompany these inevitable times. Abby learns that her memories are precious and that Jelly Bean is always with her. Even though Abby's brother Zac grieves in a very different way, together Abby and Zac carry on Jelly Beans tradition and the secret project is revealed
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