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Can You Hear Me, Daddy?: A Heartwarming Children's Book About Loss and Grief Kindle Edition

by Y. Y. Chan (Author), Pearly L. (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition

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Renee keeps a diary after she finds out her daddy is sick with cancer. She even starts praying and asking God to make him better. But, what if he doesn't get any better? Can she still talk to him after he is gone? Even as he becomes sicker and weaker, she learns about the meaning of faith and sees how we can still have peace, hope and joy.

It's not easy to talk to your kids about death and grief. Hopefully, with this book, readers can be uplifted and learn about how faith in Christ can bring us peace and comfort. This beautifully illustrated book aims to help families, schools and communities start conversations about death, loss and grief, which can stay with us for a long time.

Readers of all ages will be able to relate to this heartwarming and timeless story. It is also recommended by hospices and churches, and has been used in schools to help young children understand the process of life and death, grief and love.

Available in eBook, paperback, hardcover and audiobook formats.

🏅 Winner of the Royal Dragonfly Book Award 2020

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This picture book was by far one of the best picture books I have read..." - LitPick Book Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The book can be used in homes and classrooms to have discussions about death and eliminate the fear associated with it, looking at it in an uplifting way." - Readers' Favorite

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Finding hope and faith in the midst of grief and sorrow

What if Daddy doesn't get any better? Will Daddy still be able to hear me? Can You Hear Me, Daddy?

Award-winning children's book

Royal Dragonfly Book Award 1st Place - Family Matters; Honorable Mention - Children's Picture Book 6 & Older

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Available in hardcover, paperback, eBook and audiobook.

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"This picture book was by far one of the best picture books I have read." - Litpick Book Reviews

"[This] is a poignant and heartrending story of death, loss, and grief... The book can be used in homes and classrooms to have discussions about death and eliminate the fear associated with it, looking at it in an uplifting way."- Readers' Favorite

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There is a Reflection Guide available for download on the Resources page on my website: yychani.com/resources. There are a variety of questions and tasks that closely link to the book. This guide will be helpful for children and families going through loss and grief and find creative ways to process their emotions. Seek professional counselling, find grief support groups and communities to find the help and support that you need during this difficult time. This story is based on my personal experience of loss and grief. Although the events in the story are fictional, the emotions and feelings are very real. I wish I had read a book like this when I was young, to help me understand the natural and inevitable processes of death and grief. I hope this book can help parents and teachers to start those difficult conversations with kids about death, loss and grief, and be able to share their feelings and emotions openly with each other, without fear or shame. There is also an early reader version of this story, about 60 pages long. It has extended and additional diary entries but doesn't have any illustrations. It is suitable for ages 10+. There are also discussion questions at the end. Feel free to check it out too! You can find the book at this link: amazon.com/dp/B089RQLN3C/

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08797XDH6
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chan Yee Yue Irenee (May 13, 2020)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 13, 2020
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 16159 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 28 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #1,371,436 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #301 in Children's Christian Inspirational Books
- #381 in Children's eBooks on Death, Grief & Bereavement
- #1,198 in Children's Christian Books (Kindle Store)

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Y.Y. Chan is a multi-award-winning author from Hong Kong. Can You Hear Me, Daddy? is her debut picture book, and winner of the Royal Dragonfly Book Award. She is passionate about creating stories that are real, emotional and pull at the heartstrings, not shying away from difficult topics such as death or grief. Her personal experience of losing her father led her to embark on this journey to help and inspire others to embrace their grief, and find creative ways to express themselves.

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Jeffrey John Frisone

Beautiful book, broke my heart

Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2021

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I had to restart this about three times. It’s a very well written book but the subject matter hit really close to home for me. Reading through it got me very emotional. I think even folks who didn’t lose a parent at a young age will be strongly touched by the book’s story.

For people who are parents, talking to your children about death and passing can be a difficult thing, I can imagine. Although a tough, emotional read, this would make a good starting point. Despite the bleak scenario, it paints a positive outlook that encourages hope for a bright future going forward.

The illustrations are beautifully done and captures the ambience of the story. The book written as a diary is a perfect format for this type of story. At the time it made it feel so much more relatable and hit the heart strings all the more.

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DebbieD

Grab a Tissue

Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024

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If you're buying this, I am sorry for your loss. We recently lost our son-in-law and got this for our granddaughter. Our daughter began reading it to her and began sobbing. She said that the story was exactly how her husband had passed from cancer, from start to the end. Not a bad review, just a real one. Be prepared. It's good. But, since it is so real, maybe hold off reading it until feelings are not so raw. Bless your heart!

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Kim

A Beacon of Hope for Grief

Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2022

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Can You Hear Me, Daddy? is the heartwrenching story of a girl who loses her father to cancer.

Through journal entries, she leads us on the journey of diagnosis, making the most of each day, and unfortunately, his passing.

She worried she wouldn’t be able to talk to her daddy anymore. But he had encouraged her to keep talking to him, no matter what. When she asked how she would know if he could hear her, he simply replied, “to have faith.”

The story provides a beacon of hope to those who are grieving in a kind and gentle way. The author was able to take this personal experience and share comfort with her words and faith. Coupled with beautiful illustrations, this book is perfect for young and old alike.

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Gail Christian

"...but the greatest of these is love." Don't read if you don't want God in your story: He is in this!

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021

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A great story for children who have lost or are losing a parent. It's a sensitive, difficult story that will fit everyone of us sooner or later, and it will always leave an ache deep within no matter how old we are. The child in this story spent a lot of time with her father even in hospice. I don't know how much time we will be able to spend in hospice, but I am all for being there as much as possible. (Same goes for ICU rooms).

I would recommend this to everyone UNLESS you hate things that mention God. He is woven throughout the book, and that is important for me and the story. Renee and I might have prayed for two very different things, but we both got exactly the answer we needed. And I loved the butterfly after her daddy's funeral.

Remember: "So faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love." ( 1 Cor..13:13) Love never ends - even in death. Faith will one day become sight. Hope will be fulfilled. However, Love will never end: it will simply grow.

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linda jones

A Message of Hope & Comfort for Children

Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2022

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Death of a loved one is such an incredibly difficult topic for all of us, and even more so for children. Yet all of us will experience it at one time or another. This book tackles explaining the devastating loss of a little girl's father in a remarkably tender and beautiful manner that is relatable for children of all ages. The lovely illustrations perfectly enhance the heartfelt words, and portray a message of hope through the pain. Most importantly, the ending highlights -- through a butterfly -- the universal promise that those whom we love so dearly never really leave us but merely transition to a different form and can always be felt deep in our hearts. I completely agree with the author that they can still see and hear us whenever we reach out to them.

Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2021

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This was such a beautiful and touching portrayal of a child who loses her father. The words and emotions so artistically addressed were beyond moving throughout the story. The gorgeous illustrations tenderly wove in with the tender words were done incredibly well. This is such a difficult topic to address but is one that is much needed in this world full of challenges and loss. This book is one you must have to help explain the feelings of grief, loss, hope, and faith. The ending is brilliant and was one you will never forget. This is a captivating story that sends a positive message in a very difficult time. I think everyone must have this book!

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Jean-Paul Peschard

It might help families going through death of a parent

Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022

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The book is emotionally strong and a bit lengthy but worth it the read. It is cute and has real good ways to address the situation in a kid friendly way. I loved the little poem and the dads reaction to the little girls feelings. Illustration is darling and makes it an even stronger book.

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Karthik Sekar

A wonderfully written book

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2020

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** Review written by my daughter Maya Sara Karthik **

This is such a wonderfully written book! The deep bond between the father and a daughter is depicted so beautifully. A difficult topic has been written in a simple manner. Kudos to author Y. Y. Chan!

The illustrations are so beautiful and they truly help bring the story to life. I really liked the poem and stories written by the little girl Renee. And, the fact that the story is written in the form of a diary makes it feel more personal. 🙂

This book reiterates the importance of family and teaches an important lesson - 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝!

This is truly a wonderful book, and I rate it a strong 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟. I recommend this book not just for kids but for adults too! 😊♥️♥️♥️

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Mrs H

A beautiful book about a difficult topic

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 8, 2022

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A beautiful book that sensitively focuses on a delicate topic. How it discusses 'Gods plan' is a gentle way of introducing why people are taken from life too soon. Would be a great book for children of faith to read in the grieving process.

Lorna Leung

Share from the heart

Reviewed in Canada on November 24, 2020

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The writer share her heart from personal experience from losing her father, it is her personal feeling as well as a good help to grieving children... it is encouraging to hear the love one from the heart.. love never fail.

Joe

A truly beautiful story

Reviewed in Italy on November 2, 2020

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This book has been written and illustrated absolutely beautifully to show the journey of a young girl as she keeps faith in order to cope with the passing of her dad. It had me tearing up at parts but is written so well that you can't help but to smile at the faith the girl has!! I would definitely recommend it to anyone who may be going through a similar time or anyone who just wants a lovely read!

Sukanya

Heartfelt

Reviewed in India on November 1, 2020

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The story is much relatable and a lovely one.
This story defines that its almost an impossible task to separate fathers from their daughters, that bond is something mysteriously awesome, and it can only be made from heaven.

Anna‘s Mom

A very sincere book!

Reviewed in Germany on September 24, 2020

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A book that is so much needed!!! It is structured to prepare kids to different stages they might go through before loosing a loved one because of illness. I believe once they go through them when reading the book, they wi be much more prepared to face them in a real life. And when the worst comes, as well. This book is a must read for every child, not just the one, whose mom or dad is sick as it teaches kids empathy. Great read!!

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