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Published by Exisle Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
Frankie discovers that beautiful things can be made from broken pieces, in this sensitive and hopeful story about family separation.
One day, Mum’s vase breaks, and everything changes. All of a sudden, Frankie’s Dad doesn’t live at home anymore, and Nana has come to stay for a while. Frankie’s life has broken apart just like the vase, and she feels upset and lost. Then Nana has an idea…
Full of expressive, colourful illustrations, The Mosaic is an optimistic story about parental separation and the healing power of art. Little readers will delight in following Nana and Frankie as they go on an adventure and find an unexpected source of hope and inspiration. They will see that while some changes can feel sad and overwhelming at first, they can also lead to happiness if we know where to look.
Children all over the world are impacted by parental divorce and separation. The Mosaic offers a fresh perspective, focussing on the good that can come from change and giving children comfort in a time of grief and uncertainty. Inspired by the author’s conversations with her own children, it is a uniquely personal story that will help any children going through difficult changes to find hope, resilience and joy.
One day, Mum’s vase breaks, and everything changes. All of a sudden, Frankie’s Dad doesn’t live at home anymore, and Nana has come to stay for a while. Frankie’s life has broken apart just like the vase, and she feels upset and lost. Then Nana has an idea…
Full of expressive, colourful illustrations, The Mosaic is an optimistic story about parental separation and the healing power of art. Little readers will delight in following Nana and Frankie as they go on an adventure and find an unexpected source of hope and inspiration. They will see that while some changes can feel sad and overwhelming at first, they can also lead to happiness if we know where to look.
Children all over the world are impacted by parental divorce and separation. The Mosaic offers a fresh perspective, focussing on the good that can come from change and giving children comfort in a time of grief and uncertainty. Inspired by the author’s conversations with her own children, it is a uniquely personal story that will help any children going through difficult changes to find hope, resilience and joy.
About The Illustrator
Nicky Johnston is an educator, speaker, and author/illustrator of children’s books. She visits schools and presents at workshops and conferences, sharing her journey, promoting emotional resilience and raising awareness of mental health issues.
Product Details
- Publisher: Exisle Publishing (October 1, 2024)
- Length: 32 pages
- ISBN13: 9781922539731
- Ages: 3 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
“Deborah Kelly’s moving metaphor comparing a shattered family to a mosaic will bring comfort to children aged four to eight who are coming to terms with parental separation. The Mosaic reassures readers that every family is perfect in its own way – even if the people have been rearranged into a new reality. Sometimes, when a fractured life imitates art, something precious is created with the pieces.”
– Buzz Words Magazine
“Deb has taken this very delicate topic of separation or divorce and written a beautiful, poignant, and hopeful story. Nicky has layered it with her gorgeous illustrations. The whole thing just speaks to healing and finding a new normal and the beauty that can come from change.“
– Middle Grade Mavens podcast
“Children all over the world are impacted by parental divorce and separation. The Mosaic offers a fresh perspective, focusing on the good that can come from change and giving children comfort in a time of grief and uncertainty.”
– Midwest Book Review
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