Author Description

In And Peter Said Goodbye, the wise Mrs. Murgatroyd and her magical paints help Peter explores his feelings and find a positive way to deal with the loss of his grandfather. Peter and his grandfather spent many happy times together, but that was before his grandpa moved to California-before the dreadful foggy day when he was struck and killed by a car. Angry and hurt at being left behind while his parents attend the funeral, Peter heads for the woods where he and grandfather once went hiking and fishing. In an unfamiliar clearing bathed in the light of a rainbow, he meets the wise Mrs. Murgatroyd. With the help of her magical paints and a giant green robot, Peter embarks on a fantastic journey across the country to his grandfather\'s funeral. There he is at last able to say goodbye and discover his own path toward acceptance and healing. Exquisite watercolors blend elements of magic and reality in this tribute to the power of love and resilience of the human spirit. This set includes And Peter Said Goodbye (hard-cover picture book), a child\'s activity book and a parent/teacher guide. 3 books total!