Lester Lion Loses Grandpa
Donna M. Cramer
 
Paperback
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Lester Lion Loses Grandpa is a tender, compassionate story that helps young children understand the deep emotions that come with losing a loved one.
 
When Lester’s dad picks him up from school with sad eyes, Lester learns that his beloved Grandpa has died. Confused and heartbroken, Lester tries to make sense of what “lost” really means. Through gentle, loving conversations with his dad, Lester begins to explore grief, memory, and the enduring power of love.
 
This beautifully illustrated picture book offers comfort and clarity to children navigating the loss of a grandparent or other close family member. With warmth, honesty, and hope, Lester Lion Loses Grandpa shows that while we may not be able to see or hug our loved ones anymore, their memory—and their love—can live forever in our hearts.
 
Donna M. Cramer is a retired special education teacher from Massachusetts who spent over 20 years working with young students with special needs, from preschool through first grade. Her teaching career was cut short by a life-altering brain injury sustained at school, leading to an early retirement. Donna has always had a passion for writing and is now pursuing that dream through a series of children’s books aimed at helping young readers navigate difficult emotions—including understanding and processing death. She stays active by writing, practicing yoga, and walking along the beach. Donna lives with her husband and their two beloved Maine Coon cats.
 
Paperback ISBN: 978-1-968428-00-6
Hardcover ISBN: 978-1-968428-01-3