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Gentle Willow: A Story for Children about Dying

by Joyce C. Mills · 1993

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Written for children who may not survive their illness or for the children who know them, this tale helps address feelings of disbelief, anger, and sadness, along with love and compassion. Amanda and Little Tree discover that their friend Gentle Willow isn't feeling very well.

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childrenspicture books
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short · 32 pages

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