Season of Secrets

Reach for this book when your child is navigating the profound silence of grief or struggling to express the anger that often follows a significant loss. This story follows two sisters, Molly and Hannah, who are sent to live on their grandparents' farm after the death of their mother. While the older sister acts out in frustration, Molly discovers a hidden world involving the Green Man, an ancient figure from folklore who needs her help. It is a beautiful exploration of how imagination can serve as a bridge to healing. The book is ideal for ages 9 to 12, offering a secular but deeply spiritual approach to mourning. Parents will appreciate how it validates different grieving styles: from quiet withdrawal to explosive anger: while providing a sense of hope through the changing of the seasons and the cycle of nature.