Melvin and His Magical Star

By Jen Taylor

When five-year-old Melvin the Mouse arrives at his friend's birthday party, he's ready for cake, balloons, and lots of fun. What he doesn't expect is the sad news Mama brings when she comes to pick him up. Melvin learns that his beloved Poppa Harry has passed over, and suddenly his tiny heart feels very full. He's sad, confused, guilty, and even a little angry, all at the same time. With gentle words and warm snuggles, Mama helps Melvin understand that love doesn't disappear when someone dies. She tells him that Poppa Harry's soul lives on, shining brightly like a magical star in the night sky, always close and always full of love.

Soft, comforting, and filled with childlike wonder, Melvin & His Magical Star is a heartfelt story that helps young readers explore grief, big feelings, and the hopeful idea that love lasts forever. It's the perfect book for families facing loss, offering warmth, reassurance, and a little mouse's journey toward understanding.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GN8YPP3R
• ISBN13: 9798295581274
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Elite Publishing House
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3