Ani's Light
Ani’s stuck in a dark cloud. His friends and family try to brighten his mood, but nothing helps.
When his mother finally comes home, missing her hair, Ani’s light gets brighter and brighter, chasing away his dark cloud. The unconditional love between Ani and his mother shines through as the two enjoy their precious time together, whether it’s forever, or just for now.
This sensitive, hopeful story will help kids explore their sadness when a close family member is undergoing medical treatment, while highlighting sources of light that can bring stability during uncertain times. It is also a terrific resource for anyone who wants to understand how coping has its ups and downs.
Included is a Note to Parents and Caregivers explaining ways to help a child cope.
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978-1-4338-3277-2
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$11.24 |
| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 3 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: B Self-Management, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2020 |
| Publisher | Magination Press, American Psychological Association |
| Imprint | Magination Press — American Psychological Association |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2025-01-01 |
Author: Tanu Shree Singh
Dr. Tanu Shree Singh is an assistant professor of psychology in the Department of Higher Education, Haryana, India. She completed her studies in positive psychology at Maharshi Dayanand University and writes extensively on issues related to parenting. She lives in Faridabad, India.
Illustrator: Sandhya Prabhat
Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator from India. She has published nearly a dozen picture books. She also animates videos and designs e-stickers.
Awards
- Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year
Reviews
Booklist
“This evocative and wise picture book, written by a psychology professor from India, is for children struggling to cope with the medical treatment of a parent. . . . [W]hen Ani’s gravely ill-looking mother returns from the hospital, light envelopes them both, and her advice to him is both realistic and inspiring . . . . [G]ives tips on how to handle children’s fears and depression, starting with ‘honesty matters.’”—Booklist
Kirkus Reviews
“Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother’s illness . . . . [I]ncludes an author’s note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death. . . . A hopeful, sadly necessary resource for children coping with a caregiver under medical treatment.”—Kirkus Reviews