Forget Me Not

Name: Forget Me Not
ISBN: 9780142500460

The Seer Series · Book 1

For the child grappling with the bittersweet feelings of change or fearing they might be forgotten, this book tenderly explores the enduring power of connection.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child is facing the anxiety of a move, either their own or a close friend's. It's perfect for the child who is verbalizing fears like 'Will they forget me?' or becoming withdrawn at the thought of separation. This story gently follows a young girl as she navigates the emotional upheaval of her best friend moving away. It validates the sadness, loneliness, and uncertainty that come with such a big change, while focusing on the enduring power of friendship and memory. For ages 8 to 12, it provides a comforting narrative that normalizes these complex feelings and opens the door for conversations about how connections can evolve and last across any distance.

Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social Loneliness & Belonging Moving Resilience & Perseverance Making Friends School Life Sadness & Grief

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesModerate

The core of the book deals with the sadness and grief of a best friend moving away.

Sensitive Topics

The core topic is the grief associated with losing the daily presence of a loved one, specifically a best friend moving away. The approach is direct, secular, and gentle. It treats the separation with the seriousness a child feels. The resolution is hopeful but realistic: it acknowledges that the friendship will change but reassures the reader that the core connection can survive distance.