Fans of A Shelter for Sadness, The Invisible String, The Memory Tree and Grandad's Island will absolutely love Kitchi: The Spirit Fox.
If you are looking for an emotional book that deals with the topic of death and grief, in a sensitive way that children can understand. Kitchi: The Spirit Fox is the perfect addition to your child's bookshelf.
As well as being an emotional and memorable story of loss and the power of brotherhood. Kitchi: The Spirit Fox is also a fun adventure story filled with beautiful nature and animals on every page.
The book has been lovingly illustrated by the renowned and award-winning Polish illustrator Julia Sarapata De Carvalho who has crafted incredibly beautiful images brimming with magic on every page.
"He is forever and ever here in spirit"
An adventure. A magic necklace. Brotherhood.
Six-year-old Forrest feels lost now that his big brother Kitchi is no longer here. He misses him every day and clings onto a necklace that reminds him of Kitchi.
One day, the necklace comes to life. Forrest is taken on a magical adventure, where he meets a colourful cast of characters, including a beautiful, yet mysterious fox, who soon becomes his best friend.
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"A visually stunning story about how lost loved ones are never truly gone, this is a book that will be appreciated by readers of all ages." - Reedsy *****
"It would be a great discussion starter, handling a tough topic with an easy-to-read story that ends with a happy ending." - Goodreads *****
"Alana's beautiful story with subtle rhyming texts takes you on an emotional journey, which heartwarmingly touches upon the tricky subject of loss of life for younger kids." - @readingwith2boys *****
"The story is written in lovely short rhyming text ideal for young readers. The illustrations are beautiful with a perfect colour palette to accompany the story - you really can feel the magic in those paintings" - @baby.m.reads *****
"Sensitively, Robson envelops the reader in a story rooted in the countryside. Together, we explore loss and memory--looking to nature to help healing. A lively adventure to read anytime. Robson's storytelling craftery will bring magic to your reading! " - Rebecca Cassidy (Primary School teacher).
"Kitchi: The Spirit Fox's rhythmic narrative and heart-warming pictures create an enchanting world that draws young children to empathise with little boy Forrest who feels sad and lonely after losing his brother. As children follow how memories, kindness and friendship turn Forrest's sadness first into laughter, then happiness and ultimately hope, they are taught what power these have in lifting sadness and loneliness. This uplifting tale reassures children that there are remedies for their difficult emotions and would make for a good shared-reading session for adults to help their children grasp this message." - Fransina Stradling (PhD Linguistics researcher).