This book is one of the best for illustrating the range of emotions often expressed in the grief process. It is based on the true story of the death of Tom's father in a boating accident. Tom begins with disbelief and denial, then moves on through anger, mainly with his father for leaving him. The family commemorates his father's birthday by planting trees for him. The book is simple in text and readily accessible to younger children, however the concept of death would still need to be explained. ( )