"Some time ago we said good-bye to Mommy. I am not sure where she has gone." In a book that stays true to a young child's perspective, a preschool-age child describes many different feelings after Mommy has died, offering comfort through validation. The simple format acknowledges a range of emotions (uncertainty, worry, guilt, fear, anger) with just a touch of humor, as in the picture of the child filling the cat's bowl, spilling as much as goes in while the narrative states " ... we help each other to try and do all the things Mommy used to help with. Daddy says I do them very well." The family consists of the young narrator, an older sister, and Daddy. Everyone grieves, but also shares memories and moments of hope. The illustrations are childlike but with a sophisticated emotional dimension. The young narrator could be either a boy or a girl. (Ages 3-7)

Some time ago, we said good-bye to Mommy. I am not sure where she has gone.

Honest and straightforward, this touching story explores the many emotions a bereaved child may experience, from anger and guilt to sadness and bewilderment. Ultimately, Missing Mommy focuses on the positive—the recognition that the child is not alone but still part of a family that loves and supports him.