October Jones Co.

Badger’s Parting Gifts — Sharing the Book with a Child

Book Description

An ageing badger prepares his friends for his death; afterwards, their memories of what he taught them become lasting gifts that help them understand grief and loss.

Author
Susan Varley
Illustrator
Susan Varley
Publisher
Andersen Press
Publication date
07/03/2013
Preview of Badger's Parting Gifts

Resource Description

Official companion information sheet for sharing Badger’s Parting Gifts, with age-aware guidance on honest language about death, children’s responses, questions, feelings and memory-making.

Who is it for?

Families / educators / trusted adults / young children

Open resource in new tab

© 2026 October Jones Co.

Created by October Jones

Illustrations by Anastasia Sipke

Creep On Reading, Pumpkins!