Everett Anderson's Goodbye
Lucille Clifton · 1983
6-8 岁F&P M
🏆 Coretta Scott King Award (1984)🏆 The Atlantic 65 Essential (2025)
View on Open Library ↗About This Book
Everett Anderson goes through the five stages of grief after his father dies: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Written in spare, powerful verse.
Why This Age
The explicit grief theme requires emotional maturity. Best shared with 6-8 year olds who have experienced loss or are ready to discuss it.
How to Use
- Read when the child is ready, not as a surprise
- Give space for silence after reading — don't rush to explain
- Acknowledge that 'being sad is not the same as being broken'