We love pets as our campanions, friends, and family members. Unfortunately, most of them can't stay with us for as long as we'd like. How would you help your little ones cope with the loss of a pet? Get inspired by award-winning author Lori Orlinsky's latest picture book Balloons for Tiger and enter to win a signed copy!
About the Book
Book Title: Balloons for Tiger by Lori Orlinsky
Category: Children's Fiction (Ages 3-7), 38 pages
Genre: Children's Picture Book
Publisher: Mascot Books
Release date: May 4, 2021
Tour dates: May 4 to May 31, 2021
Content Rating: G for everyone.
How can children begin to heal after losing a pet? Balloons for Tiger takes an imaginative look at this tough topic as colorful balloons travel from the hands of children to their beloved cat who has passed on. This book lets children open up their hearts and imaginations for a magical journey to the farthest corners of the world, where they'll meet skydivers, astronauts, superheroes, and everything in between. As they watch the balloons voyage to the other side of the rainbow bridge, they learn to positively process their grief. Balloons for Tiger is a great tool for any child who has experienced the loss of a pet- or any other loved one, too.
My Review:
Balloons for Tiger is a beautifully illustrated rhyming book that brings warmth and comfort to our hearts. A bundle of balloons representing the colors of a rainbow are released into the air, carrying messages of love and care for Tiger, the beloved family cat that has passed away and is being deeply missed. After travelling across different parts of the world, through the outer space, and all the way up to heaven, the balloons finally reach Tiger, now resting in peace and free from pains. Seeing a rainbow in the sky, the girls feel assured about Tiger ending up in a better place. The sweet memories they have together will stay forever.
This book offers a fresh approach to mourning the loss of a pet, or a loved one. Instead of struggling with sorrow and grief, we may unleash our emotions through engaging ourselves in a meaningful activity that helps memorialize and honor our loved one. Focusing on love and good memories encourages children to stay strong and positive. The story depicts the adventures of the balloons with vibrant colors, vivid imaginations, and joyful, charming characters that most kids may find familiar with. The book also includes discussion questions for educators and coping strategies for parents. It's a lovely and thoughtful choice for a read-aloud or storytime with the little ones.
Order a copy: Amazon | B&N | IndieBound | Mascot Books
About the Author:
Lori Orlinsky is a multi-award-winning children's book author who lives in Chicago. She was inspired to tell this story after her family experienced the loss of their beloved eighteen-year-old cat, Tiger. Unable to find books about pet loss to help her young kids cope with their grief, Lori wrote Balloons for Tiger. She hopes this book will help others, too.
Connect with the author: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Goodreads
One lucky person will win a signed copy of Balloons for Tiger!
Giveaway ends 6/7. Open to USA only. Please enter below and good luck!
Lori Orlinsky's BALLONS FOR TIGER Book Tour GiveawayDisclosure: I received a free copy of the book to facilitate my honest review. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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