Anton, der Himmel und das Meer -

oder wie Anton Opa Willi wieder traf

About this eBook

Where do people and animals go when they die? And what happens to their bodies? The children's book ‘Anton, Heaven and the Ocean’ describes the loss of a beloved pet and tries to find answers to the questions above. Child friendly language and positive imagery help children to explore the topic of death. 

Disease, the process of dying and death are generally taboo in our society. However, they are an intrinsic part of life. Sooner or later we all have to say goodbye – to a pet, a family member, or a close friend. This story aims to help through such an experience. It offers parents and other interested readers ideas how to explain loss and death in a way appropriate for children, and shows how such loss can be processed within the family.

 Anton, Heaven and the Ocean -
 or How Anton Met Grandpa Willy Again (US Edition)

The Book

‘Anton, Heaven and the Ocean’ offers parents and other interested readers ideas how to explain loss and death in a way appropriate for children, and shows how such loss can be processed within the family.

About Anton 

Anton loved the sun. She took pleasure in dozing in the sunshine soaking up the warmth with her black coat. Most of all, though, Anton loved to be surrounded by her family.

About Anne 

"This story, and through it, the emotional processing of what had happened, helped my family to integrate a challenging and difficult matter into our everyday life." Read more about Anne's motives.

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