Everywhere

Reach for this book when a child is struggling with the profound anxiety that comes from a grandparent's serious illness. It provides a safe space for children who feel helpless in the face of medical emergencies and who might be using imagination or 'magical thinking' to cope with their fears. The story follows a nine-year-old boy whose world is upended when his beloved grandfather suffers a heart attack. To save him, the boy teams up with a charismatic neighborhood friend to perform a 'soul switching' ritual. It is a slim, accessible novel that tackles heavy themes of mortality and loyalty with a light, curious touch. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's need to take action when they feel powerless, while gently guiding them toward emotional realism and the strength found in friendship. It is ideal for independent readers aged 8 to 12 who are navigating the complex transition from childhood innocence to a more mature understanding of life and death.