Badger's Parting Gifts
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1984

Badger's Parting Gifts

Written & illustrated by Susan Varley

Woodland friends mourn Badger's death, finding solace in cherished memories.

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32 pages
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In a serene woodland, Badger's passing leaves his friends—Mole, Frog, Fox, and Rabbit—grieving deeply. As they navigate their sorrow, they discover the warmth of shared memories, each recollection bringing Badger back into their lives. This heartfelt tale explores loss and the enduring power of remembrance, inviting readers to reflect on how love and memories can heal. Will the woodland creatures find comfort in their shared past, and how will Badger's legacy continue to shape their lives?

From the publisher

This book is about the death and life of someone very special. Badger was a friend, and almost everyone who knew him had warm and loving memories of when he was living with them. At first, those who loved Badger felt overwhelmed by their loss. In time though, whenever Badger’s name was mentioned, someone would recall something about him that made them all smile. And Badger was part of their lives once more.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD920L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about animalsBooks about deathBooks about social themesBooks about new experiences
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~V
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
23501
Publication
Published
July 16, 1992
First published
January 1, 1984
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688115180

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