Awards

• Children's Book Committee at Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year

Overview

Ani's stuck in a dark cloud. His friends and family try to brighten his mood, but nothing helps. When his mother finally comes home, missing her hair, Ani's light gets brighter and brighter, chasing away his dark cloud. The unconditional love between Ani and his mother shines through as the two enjoy their precious time together, whether it's forever, or just for now. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers explaining ways to help a child cope. This sensitive, hopeful story will help kids explore their sadness when a close family member is undergoing medical treatment, while highlighting sources of light that can bring stability during uncertain times. It is also a terrific resource for anyone who wants to understand how coping has its ups and downs.

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With brevity and richness, Tanu Shree Singh beautifully describes a young boy's journey throughout his mom's battle with cancer in Ani's Light. Through thoughtful words and eye-catching illustrations, readers can feel Ani's pain and the darkness that fills his heart while Mama undergoes treatment for cancer. They can also celebrate joyfully with him as he welcomes her home. She conveys how her love will always be there to comfort him, even when she is not. That message is one of incredible value for a child of any age, and it's one that is likely to touch many of those who read this unique and heartfelt picture book. -- San Francisco Book Review This evocative and wise picture book, written by a psychology professor from India, is for children struggling to cope with the medical treatment of a parent... when Ani's gravely ill-looking mother returns from the hospital, light envelopes them both, and her advice to him is both realistic and inspiring... gives tips on how to handle children's fears and depression, starting with 'honesty matters.' --Booklist-- Booklist Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother's illness.... includes an author's note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death.... A hopeful, sadly necessary resource for children coping with a caregiver under medical treatment. --Kirkus Reviews-- Kirkus Reviews

""With brevity and richness, Tanu Shree Singh beautifully describes a young boy's journey throughout his mom's battle with cancer in Ani's Light. Through thoughtful words and eye-catching illustrations, readers can feel Ani's pain and the darkness that fills his heart while Mama undergoes treatment for cancer. They can also celebrate joyfully with him as he welcomes her home. She conveys how her love will always be there to comfort him, even when she is not. That message is one of incredible value for a child of any age, and it's one that is likely to touch many of those who read this unique and heartfelt picture book.""-- ""San Francisco Book Review"" ""This evocative and wise picture book, written by a psychology professor from India, is for children struggling to cope with the medical treatment of a parent... when Ani's gravely ill-looking mother returns from the hospital, light envelopes them both, and her advice to him is both realistic and inspiring... gives tips on how to handle children's fears and depression, starting with 'honesty matters.'"" ­--Booklist-- ""Booklist"" ""Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother's illness.... includes an author's note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death.... A hopeful, sadly necessary resource for children coping with a caregiver under medical treatment."" --Kirkus Reviews-- ""Kirkus Reviews""

"""With brevity and richness, Tanu Shree Singh beautifully describes a young boy's journey throughout his mom's battle with cancer in Ani's Light. Through thoughtful words and eye-catching illustrations, readers can feel Ani's pain and the darkness that fills his heart while Mama undergoes treatment for cancer. They can also celebrate joyfully with him as he welcomes her home. She conveys how her love will always be there to comfort him, even when she is not. That message is one of incredible value for a child of any age, and it's one that is likely to touch many of those who read this unique and heartfelt picture book.""-- ""San Francisco Book Review"" ""This evocative and wise picture book, written by a psychology professor from India, is for children struggling to cope with the medical treatment of a parent... when Ani's gravely ill-looking mother returns from the hospital, light envelopes them both, and her advice to him is both realistic and inspiring... gives tips on how to handle children's fears and depression, starting with 'honesty matters.'"" ­--Booklist-- ""Booklist"" ""Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother's illness.... includes an author's note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death.... A hopeful, sadly necessary resource for children coping with a caregiver under medical treatment."" --Kirkus Reviews-- ""Kirkus Reviews"""

Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother's illness.... includes an author's note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death.... A hopeful, sadly necessary resource for children coping with a caregiver under medical treatment. --Kirkus Reviews-- Kirkus Reviews This evocative and wise picture book, written by a psychology professor from India, is for children struggling to cope with the medical treatment of a parent... when Ani's gravely ill-looking mother returns from the hospital, light envelopes them both, and her advice to him is both realistic and inspiring... gives tips on how to handle children's fears and depression, starting with 'honesty matters.' --Booklist-- Booklist

Author Information

Dr. Tanu Shree Singh is an assistant professor in psychology in the Department of Higher Education, Haryana, India. She completed her studies in positive psychology at Maharshi Dayanand University and writes extensively on issues related to parenting. Her approach to parenting, rooted in her academic background, draws heavily from her experiences as a parent and a mentor. Her passion for reading and getting more children to read led her to set up two libraries in Faridabad and Tirthan Valley. She also supports 13 other libraries in Himachal. She is the author of Keep Calm and Mommy On and DK Indian Icons: CV Raman, and has contributed to the anthologies Flipped and I'd Rather Read.

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