Eventown

Reach for this book when your child is struggling to process a difficult memory or when your family is trying to 'start over' after a period of intense grief. Eventown explores the seductive but dangerous idea that we can simply edit out the painful parts of our lives. When Elodee moves to a town where the sun always shines and everything is perfect, she realizes that without the 'bad' days, the 'good' ones lose their flavor. This is a gentle, metaphorical look at why we need our scars and our sadness to truly be ourselves. It is ideal for children ages 8 to 12 who are navigating the complexity of loss and the pressure to always appear happy.