Books About Grief And Trauma

The Best Grief And Trauma Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about grief and trauma? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Grief And Trauma

As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2022

As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow

By Zoulfa Katouh

A young woman must choose between fleeing war-torn Syria or fighting for freedom.

417 pages· 95,521 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 148,846 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In war-torn Syria, Salama Kassab, a former pharmacy student, now volunteers in a hospital amidst chaos. Haunted by her fears, she dreams of escape before her sister-in-law gives birth. Yet, as she encounters a boy from her past, Salama questions her resolve. Torn between survival and loyalty, she must decide whether to flee or stand for her country's revolution. Will she find the courage to fight for Syria's freedom?
Silent Sister
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2024

Silent Sister

By Megan Davidhizar

Two sisters vanish on a class trip; one returns with no memory and bloody clothes.

352 pages· 77,128 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 8,915 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Grace and Maddy have nothing in common until both disappear on a class trip. Grace is found days later, injured and with no memory of what happened, and Maddy's blood is on her clothes. With everyone doubting her, Grace follows her sister's journal to clear her name and find Maddy, but her own secrets may be the most frightening of all.