What is Goodbye?
What is Goodbye? by Nikki Grimes, published by Disney-Hyperion in April 2004, is a poignant exploration of grief through the eyes of two siblings, Jerilyn and Jesse. In this 64-page work, the siblings navigate the loss of their older brother, Jaron, each responding to their grief in distinct ways. Jerilyn attempts to suppress her emotions while Jesse expresses his turmoil through acting out. The narrative captures their journey over a year filled with anger, pain, and guilt as they come to terms with their loss and begin to understand the importance of moving forward.
Readers will find an honest portrayal of the grieving process as the alternating voices of Jerilyn and Jesse reveal their struggles and growth. This edition presents a sensitive depiction of family dynamics and the complexities of loss, ultimately conveying a message of hope and healing. With its focus on juvenile fiction, this book serves as a resource for young readers grappling with similar experiences, offering insight into the emotional landscape of grief and the path toward acceptance.
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Jerilyn and Jesse have lost their beloved older brother. But each of them deals with Jaron’s death differently. Jerilyn tries to keep it in and hold it together; Jesse acts out. But after a year of anger, pain, and guilt, they come to understand that it’s time to move on. It’s time for a new family picture-with one piece missing, yet whole again. Through the alternating voices of a brother and sister, Nikki Grimes eloquently portrays the grieving process in this gem of a book that is honest, powerful, and ultimately hopeful. Nikki Grimes is the distinguished author of more than two-dozen children’s books. She received the 2003 Coretta Scott King Award for her novel Bronx Masquerade and a 2003 Coretta Scott King Honor citation for Talkin’ About Bessie. Many of her books have been cited as Notable Books by the American Library Association, including Come Sunday, a picture book in verse; Something on My Mind; and Meet Danitra Brown, which also won a Coretta Scott King Honor. She lives in southern California.
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