The Invisible Bridge: Helping Little Hearts Cope With Grief
Paperback
FamilyGeneral Juvenile Fiction
Publisher: Handle My Affairs
Published: Jun 1 2026
Pages: 76
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.21 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What happens when a hero doesn't come home?
Roman's dad is in the Army. When he leaves, Roman and his brothers learn to live in the Maybe-not knowing when he will return. To help them cope, their mum teaches them about the Invisible Bridge, an unbreakable connection built from love, memories and courage.
When the Maybe becomes a Forever, Roman discovers that love can stay close, even when someone is no longer physically there.
The Invisible Bridge is a compassionate children's grief book designed to help young readers understand military loss, bereavement and difficult emotions in a safe, supportive way.
This book gently explores:- Grief after the death of a parent
- Military loss and family separation
- Anxiety, sadness and uncertainty
- The power of memories and connection
- Finding comfort through love and remembrance
- Healthy ways to express emotions
- Simple coping strategies for grief
- The Brave Breath calming technique
- Memory activities and rituals
- That love continues even after loss
A practical collection of activities, reflection exercises and memory tools designed to help children and caregivers navigate grief together.
Ideal for:- Military families
- Bereaved children aged 6-9
- Parents and carers
- Schools and teachers
- Counsellors and therapists
- Bereavement support organisations
Tender, hopeful and reassuring, The Invisible Bridge reminds children that while someone may be gone, the love they shared remains forever.
Written by Wayne Hutchinson & Nadeen Swaby of Handle My Affairs
Helping families navigate grief, loss, bereavement and life's most difficult moments with compassion, understanding and practical support.
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