Heartwarming New Children’s Book equips Children with Resilience, Coping Skills and Understanding

Author Fiona Whyte has again managed to tug on the heartstrings with her second children’s book, which gently equips children with the resources they need to navigate loss and separation in a challenging and uncertain world.

In the poignant tale ‘If I Don’t Come Back’, a devoted mother hummingbird prepares her babies for the vast world as the day approaches for them to leave the nest.

Fiona says:

“In a social media world where everyone’s life appears perfect, the reality is that the world is anything but – children deal with loss and separation every day, whether experiencing it directly or through the lives of their friends, and they are not always able to understand or work through the issues this creates, some of which can be carried into adulthood if not resolved.

“I wanted to speak to children and equip them with coping and understanding skills to cope with life’s changes but in a gentle and relatable way.  In this story, which is age appropriate for even young children, the Mother Hummingbird gently imparts knowledge and guidance that she knows will stay with her children long after they have flown the nest, and gives them coping tools for how to manage when she is away.”

Meticulously gathering meaningful mementos, Mother Hubbard imparts lessons of courage and strength to equip her children to face the challenges ahead. With each carefully chosen object, she weaves a tapestry of memories that will forever bind her nurturing spirit to her precious children.

This enchanting story delicately explores the universal theme of separation, offering comfort to young readers coping with the absence of a loved one for whatever reason, and through vibrant illustrations and graceful prose, it gently guides and encourages children to carry the warmth of their parents’ love wherever life’s journey may take them.

A timeless and tender exploration of familial bonds, If I Don’t Come Back serves as a gentle guide for young ones navigating the complex emotions of growing up and finding their wings. This uplifting tale fosters resilience and grace in the face of life’s transitions, destined to become a treasured keepsake helping families embrace lessons of empathy.

Published by Austin McAuley Publishers, the book is available on Amazon, on Fiona’s website and in Bookstores.   Fiona’s first book, The Little Gecko is also available on Amazon and in bookstores.