I Miss You Most by Cassie Hoyt is not only a very timely book for lockdown but also a timeless book for all, like myself, who are separated from loved ones by distance, work commitments or legalities. Aimed at children of 4 to 8 years, it is insightfully written in rhyme and colourfully illustrated.
The story evokes memories of activities undertaken with loved ones who can no longer be met with and imagines new adventures for the future. The shared experiences and the pictures are diverse and inclusive, so that all may find relatable content and the heartache of separation is very sensitively dealt with.
This book is a great way to bring loved ones together in spirit and I can imagine it would bring great comfort, especially to a child, when it is shared at bedtime, to enable sleep with fond memories. I just wish this book had been around when my grandchildren were younger, I would definitely have gifted them a copy!
Drena Irish, A LoveReading4Kids Ambassador
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A book for lockdown when we can't visit with family and loved ones.
A book for lockdown when we can't visit with family and loved ones. What I like about the book is that it's not just about white middle class folk, but people of all ethnic backgrounds. Those grandparents, aunts, uncles etc that so many of us miss are encapsulated in this charming little story of people who are kept apart because of distance and rules. It would also work for families who just happen to live very far apart from each other geographically.... Read Full Review
A seemingly simple little book which would be of great comfort to many children, particularly during our current confusing times.
Illustrated brightly and boldly, this charming little book encourages young children who are missing contact with a friend or family member to imagine times spent together and to cherish those memories.
I especially like the way in which diversity of gender, age and ethnicity is present in the illustrations and the idea of making use of visualisation and practising gratitude in order to manage the situation with positivity.
Children are reminded to treasure the contact that they are able to enjoy through visits, video chats, letter and phone calls.
A seemingly simple little book which would be of great comfort to many children, particularly during our current confusing times.
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