Gidget and Galley Go Over Grief Mountain - Hardcover

by Mary Cranston (Author), Tabitha Noakes (Illustrator), Amanda Higbee (Editor in Chief)

Gidget and Galley Go Over Grief Mountain is a heartwarming children's grief book that follows two lovable dogs-Gidget, a gentle therapy wiener dog, and Galley, her energetic schnauzer best friend-as they learn to cope with the loss of their beloved Granny. Set against the serene beauty of the San Juan Islands, this comforting animal story helps young readers understand that grief is something all families face-and that no one has to go through it alone.

When Granny passes away, Gidget and Galley are overwhelmed by sadness, anger, and confusion. To help them heal, their owners, Walker and Daniela, guide them on a symbolic hike up Grief Mountain, where seven trailheads represent the emotional challenges of loss-denial, anger, searching, sadness, acceptance, new patterns, and moving forward. Along the trail, the dogs learn practical coping tools: making art, talking about their feelings, deep breathing, journaling, sticking to routines, embracing new traditions, and cherishing good memories.

This gentle, faith-inspired children's story offers emotional resilience for children and families while providing clear, relatable metaphors for understanding grief. Through Gidget and Galley's journey, young readers discover that healing doesn't mean forgetting-rather, it means finding new ways to love, remember, and keep moving forward.

Perfect for families, counselors, teachers, and anyone supporting a child through loss, Gidget and Galley Go Over Grief Mountain is a comforting read-aloud for grieving kids, filled with warmth, hope, and tools that readers can carry with them long after the last page.