Tim's Goodbye
Tim's Goodbye
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Tim's Goodbye

Written and illustrated by Steven Salerno
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6 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
Apr 17, 2018
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In this touching picture book, a group of children says goodbye to a beloved pet who has died. When Margot’s pet turtle Tim dies, she and her friends band together to give him a proper send off. With flowers, a French horn, and balloons, they say goodbye to him with love. This tender story from Steven Salerno also features his beautiful illustrations, with a simple color palette and classic feel. Tim’s Goodbye is sure to strike a chord with readers who have experienced a difficult farewell.

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deathlovepetsdeath, grief, and bereavementsocial themesgrieffeelings and emotionsturtles and tortoisesfunerals

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780374306472
    Publication Date
    April 17, 2018
    Publisher
    Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
    Page Count
    40
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    6 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2017011502

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