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A heartwarming children's book about grief, healing, and the power of imagination-written by an award-winning author and former foster youth. When Lil Shen loses her beloved grandmother, her world turns quiet and gray-until a small, wrapped gift and a stuffed bunny named Bunny Best bring comfort, courage, and hope back into her life. The Best Bunny is a beautifully illustrated picture book for children aged 4-8 that gently explores big emotions, such as sadness, loss, and loneliness. With tender storytelling and a relatable character, this story offers young readers a powerful message: it's OK not to be OK, and doing your best is more than enough. Written by Shenandoah Chefalo, author of the award-winning memoir Garbage Bag Suitcase and trauma-informed expert, this book draws from her personal experiences growing up in the foster care system. Shenandoah's work is rooted in healing, empathy, and systemic change, and her unique perspective brings emotional depth and authenticity to every page. This book is especially impactful for children who have experienced: The death of a loved one or grandparent Separation due to foster care, adoption, or family disruption Trauma, grief, or significant life changes Perfect for: Parents, teachers, and school counselors Therapists, social workers, and trauma-informed professionals Foster and adoptive families Grief support groups and children's mental health programs Whether used at bedtime, in classrooms, or during counseling sessions, The Best Bunny is a gentle tool to help children find hope, connection, and healing-no matter what they're going through.

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Shenandoah Chefalo is a sought-after speaker, award-winning author, and expert trauma-informed specialist with over 20 years of leadership consulting experience. As the Founder and Lead Strategist of Chefalo Consulting, she provides trauma-informed professional development programs. She leads multi-year systems change projects across various sectors, including health care, human services, education, and nonprofits.Shenandoah Chefalo's acclaimed 2016 memoir Garbage Bag Suitcase chronicles her challenging youth and healing journey, which has had a significant impact on the foster care system. Her unique perspective, rooted in her lived experience in the system, has led her to advocate for grassroots solutions to the United States' broken foster care system.Shenandoah Chefalo's debut children's book, The Best Bunny: Adventures of Lil Shen and Her Inspirational Sidekick Bunny Best, is set to release on July 22, 2025. This heartwarming tale draws inspiration from her own experiences, aiming to inspire resilience and hope in young readers. It's a perfect example of how her personal journey has influenced her professional work.In addition to her writing, Shenandoah is a graduate of Michigan State University, holding a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Social Science. She has a Core Essentials Certificate from Coach U and a DEI in the Workplace Certificate from the University of South Florida. She is also a Certified Law of Attraction Advanced Practitioner and a member of the National Speakers Association. Beyond her professional endeavors, she volunteers with several organizations locally, nationally, and internationally.

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