Some shadows are small and easy to ignore. Others grow until they fill the whole room.
When a mysterious "shadow" shows up on Grandpa, a young child notices subtle changes. Grandpa’s steps grow slower, his energy quieter, and his visits to special doctors—the Shadow Chasers—become more frequent. Equipped with powerful "lights," these dedicated doctors work tirelessly to shrink the shadow and keep Grandpa safe.
Through every step of the journey, Grandpa shares invaluable lessons with his grandchild: how to shield himself from the sun’s rays, protect his skin, and carry forward a legacy of care. Though the shadow eventually grows too large for the lights to chase away, the story delivers a warm, comforting truth—Grandpa’s warmth was the real light all along. And because of his battle, many other grandfathers will enjoy longer, brighter days.
Inspired by a true story and the Closer Look Project, Grandpa's Shadow is a gentle, poetic picture book designed to help families navigate:
Understanding Melanoma & Illness: Frame complex treatments and stage 4 metastatic cancer in an empathetic, age-appropriate way.
Sun Safety & Awareness: Teach children the importance of skin protection and early detection without inducing fear.
Grief, Loss, and Memory: Offer comfort and hope by celebrating how the love and legacy of a lost family member endure.
Perfect for children ages 5–10, parents, counselors, and pediatric grief resources looking to support families through cancer diagnoses and loss.
Some shadows are small and easy to ignore. Others grow until they fill the whole room.
When a mysterious "shadow" shows up on Grandpa, a young child notices subtle changes. Grandpa’s steps grow slower, his energy quieter, and his visits to special doctors—the Shadow Chasers—become more frequent. Equipped with powerful "lights," these dedicated doctors work tirelessly to shrink the shadow and keep Grandpa safe.
Through every step of the journey, Grandpa shares invaluable lessons with his grandchild: how to shield himself from the sun’s rays, protect his skin, and carry forward a legacy of care. Though the shadow eventually grows too large for the lights to chase away, the story delivers a warm, comforting truth—Grandpa’s warmth was the real light all along. And because of his battle, many other grandfathers will enjoy longer, brighter days.
Inspired by a true story and the Closer Look Project, Grandpa's Shadow is a gentle, poetic picture book designed to help families navigate:
Understanding Melanoma & Illness: Frame complex treatments and stage 4 metastatic cancer in an empathetic, age-appropriate way.
Sun Safety & Awareness: Teach children the importance of skin protection and early detection without inducing fear.
Grief, Loss, and Memory: Offer comfort and hope by celebrating how the love and legacy of a lost family member endure.
Perfect for children ages 5–10, parents, counselors, and pediatric grief resources looking to support families through cancer diagnoses and loss.