A Song for August

A parent might reach for this book when their child is navigating the sadness that comes with a significant change, like a best friend moving away. It's a gentle story about August, a young boy who feels like he's lost his own personal "song" after his best friend leaves. Through the quiet encouragement of a teacher and a new classmate, August learns to channel his big, complicated feelings into creating music on his ukulele. This tender chapter book is perfect for early elementary schoolers, offering a comforting and constructive model for processing grief and loneliness. It beautifully illustrates how creativity can be a powerful tool for understanding our emotions and finding a new way forward, reassuring children that it's possible to hold space for sadness while also opening up to new friendships and joys.