About This Book
Leaving Emma is a poignant chapter book for children aged 7-11, exploring the emotional journey of fifth-grader Emma as she confronts multiple life changes. Her best friend is moving away, her father is leaving for Turkey for five months, and her mother is embarking on a new college journey. These shifts leave Emma feeling lonely and overwhelmed. The narrative beautifully portrays her struggle and eventual growth, highlighting the supportive role of her great-aunt Grace, who helps Emma discover her inner strength and become more independent. It's a gentle story about adapting to change, finding resilience, and the enduring power of family bonds.
Fifth-grader Emma faces many unpleasant changes as her best friend prepares to move away, her father goes to Turkey for five months, and her mother starts college, but with the help of her great-aunt Grace, Emma becomes a lot more independent and self-reliant.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Emma feel when she learns about all the changes happening in her life? Have you ever felt that way?
2
What are some ways Emma tries to cope with her best friend moving away and her dad being gone?
3
How does Great-Aunt Grace help Emma? What lessons does Emma learn from her?
4
What does it mean to be independent and self-reliant? How does Emma show these qualities by the end of the book?
5
What is the hardest change Emma faces, and why? What would be the hardest change for you?
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