The Great Big Ark in the Sky by Liz Ballard Hamm

Lisa Ann Groves, MS, MLS, school librarian This story will bring comfort to the sensitive little ones who worry about all animals and what happens when they die.” I know that I have several friends who are waiting for me! The loss of a pet is definitely a tough topic that many families have to address with their children. “ The Great Big Ark in the Sky is a sweet story! This book will bring comfort to anyone who has lost a furry best friend. Burchard, DVM, owner of Amberwood Veterinary Hospital A cat, dog, guinea pig-it does not matter-the grief is real! I would like to think my Foxhound is sitting next to the helmsman, taking in the sights on The Great Big Ark in the Sky.” “People are often young when they first experience the permanence of loss and truly deep sadness that accompanies the death of a beloved animal family member. Jessica Moretti, MFA, designer and illustrator A dream of heaven for all of God’s creatures has never been so natural or so beautiful.” “ The Great Big Ark in the Sky is an absolute must in your child’s library! Not only does it tackle difficult subject matter with a gentle word and a sense of wonder, but the illustrations are charming and approachable. Rafala, LPC, LMFT, CCMHC, counselor and therapist The artistry of Ballard, Hamm, and Koo is on display, and their reverence for the subject of love, loss, and loving again will likely comfort many young and not-so-young alike. What a gentle and kind way to teach children that death is not an end, but a transition. Its tender language and gorgeous child-friendly illustrations pulled me in immediately. “Reading The Great Big Ark in the Sky was a delight. I’m thankful that this book continues to expand the options parents have to explore these topics with their children.” This book honors these relationships while illustrating the importance of giving kids language to talk about loss and death. “The most significant relationships of a child’s life can be those they share with their pets.

Samara Musselman, MT, M.Ed., early childhood educator This book provides an opportunity for families facing difficult times to imagine the possibilities and open the door for processing their loss across faiths.” The illustrations and placement of the words on the page provide a sense of wonder and adventure suitable for a variety of ages spanning the youngest of listeners to more advanced readers. “The story is an enchanting tale of acceptance and assurance when a child faces the loss of a pet.

Come aboard this adventure into the great beyond! Where do animals go when they leave this world? After losing their family dog, a little girl and her brother embark on a magical voyage aboard a flying ark to seek the answer to that question. Written by Liz Ballard Hamm and Andrew Ballard Julie DiNisio, Jade Miller, & Christine Stoddardĭaniel 'Seth' Holliday and Daniel 'Wayne' Holliday Mary Alice Barksdale and Donna Jessie Fogelsong

The Great Big Ark in the Sky by Liz Ballard Hamm