Children's Book Reading & Author Talk with Jackie Morera

About the Book

"Te recuerdo y te extraño." I remember you, and I miss you.

Elena is finally old enough to sell flowers with her abuelo in his shop. But she notices that many of the people who visit have tears in their eyes. Abuelo tells her the shop is the last stop before people visit the garden beyond the gate. A place for telling the ones you've loved and lost, "Te recuerdo y te extraño," I remember you, and I miss you.

Tender and insightful, Abuelo's Flower Shop celebrates the beauty of intergenerational love while gently teaching readers about grieving the loss of a loved one. Grandparents and grandchildren will delight in Elena and Abuelo's heartfelt relationship, and readers of all ages will be inspired to find their own ways to say, "I remember you, and I miss you." This thoughtful story is the perfect resource for navigating difficult conversations about grief.

"This is a great depiction of one important aspect of mourning: that visiting loved ones in cemeteries is a way of remembering them." - School Library Journal

About the Author

JACKIE MORERA is a Cuban-American author of books for young readers of all ages. Born and raised in Miami, Jackie lives in Central Florida with her husband, son, and goofy pup. She enjoys telling stories, savoring pastelitos, and cozying up for a good nap. Her picture books include Abuelo's Flower Shop, illustrated by Deise Lino; Together We Remember, illustrated by Violeta Encarnacion, coming in the Summer of 2025; and an unannounced book slated for Fall 2026.

About Children's Grief Awareness Month

Many children live with loss every day. But, in our culture, we often downplay or dismiss grieving children. As a result, many children grieve in silence or act out because of what they are feeling.

November is Children's Grief Awareness Month, dedicated to addressing the unique needs of grieving children and youth. As we approach the holiday season, Children's Grief Awareness Month arrives at a time when many bereaved children and families are facing the holidays without their loved ones.

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