The Memory of Forgotten Things

Reach for this book when your child is processing a deep sense of loss or is fixated on the what-ifs of a life before a parent passed away. It is specifically designed for children who feel like they are the only ones who remember a person clearly, or who struggle to reconcile their colorful memories with the quiet reality of a single-parent home. The story follows twelve-year-old Sophia, who is convinced she can travel back in time to save her mother from a fatal accident. Kat Zhang masterfully blends realistic grief with a speculative sci-fi premise, exploring the fine line between hope and denial. It is a gentle, secular approach to moving forward that validates a child's desperate wish to change the past while providing the emotional tools to embrace the present. Perfect for ages 9 to 12.