Chester Raccoon and the Acorn Full of Memories
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

Chester Raccoon and the Acorn Full of Memories

By Audrey Penn, Barbara Gibson (Illustrator)

Part of the The Kissing Hand series

A young raccoon learns to cherish memories after losing a friend.

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32 pages· 1,188 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Chester Raccoon faces the heartache of losing his friend, Skiddel Squirrel. Guided by Mrs. Raccoon, Chester and his friends gather at the pond to celebrate Skiddel's life, creating lasting memories. This touching tale helps children understand the importance of memorials and how cherished memories can bring comfort in times of loss. Will Chester find solace in remembering his friend?

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Chester Raccoon’s good friend Skiddel Squirrel has had an accident and will not be returning - ever. Chester is upset that he won’t get to play with his friend anymore. Mrs. Raccoon suggests that Chester and his friends create some memories of Skiddel, so that they will have good memories when they miss him. Chester, his brother Ronny, and their friends decide to gather at the pond, where they combine their memories and create a touching celebration of their friend’s life. Many young children must face the loss of loved ones or the need to attend a funeral. This sweet story will help children to understand the positive purpose behind memorial services and how making memories can provide cheer and comfort when missing an absent loved one.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,188
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD660L
Themes & topics
Books about deathBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about raccoonsBooks about griefBooks about mammals
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.1
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
132922
Publication
Published
August 15, 2009
Publisher
Tanglewood
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781933718293

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