The Lion Who Stole My Arm

A parent might reach for this book when their child is processing a traumatic event, a physical injury, or a new disability that makes them feel angry, broken, or powerless. It is a powerful story about a boy named Pedru who loses his arm in a lion attack in his village. The narrative follows his difficult emotional journey from a desire for revenge to a place of understanding and acceptance. This chapter book gently but directly explores grief, resilience, and the process of adapting to a new reality. For children aged 7 to 10, it offers a hopeful, realistic message that healing is possible and that true strength can be found in a new and different way of being whole.