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A modern-day fable presented in a beautifully illustrated format, Tear Soup follows a woman who has suffered a profound loss. The book navigates the emotional journey of grief and offers children a gentle, accessible exploration of coping and the importance of sharing feelings with others.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Pat Schwiebert
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