Review of The Mirror Box

[Christell Lindeque]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Mirror Box" by Wade Warren Bergner.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Wade Warren Bergner's "The Mirror Box" is a book about grief for kids. This book is a lovely tale about a boy named Christopher, his grandfather, and a mirrored box. After his grandfather passed away, Christopher found himself grieving, and he recalled that his grandfather had left him a box that he was forbidden to open or discuss with anyone. What could possibly be inside this mysterious box? If you're curious, pick up this book.

The book's illustrations drew me in immediately, and I have no doubt that they will do the same for kids. The length of the text ensures that a child's attention will not be diverted. This book deals with the uncomfortable subject of death in the family and mourning. I also think this book can teach kids to treasure the time they spend with loved ones because they never know when they'll see them again. The author also includes a section where they help the reader reconnect with a loved one who has passed on.

I appreciated that the author addressed a topic rarely addressed in children's literature: grief. The bond between the grandfather and the young boy was very touching to me. I think it would be fantastic if the author turned this into a series, switching up the family member that passed to be someone other than a grandfather (or grandmother, or parent, or sibling). This will help the child relate more to the book.

My only complaint is that the book's cover doesn't make it clear that it's about grief, if a parent is looking for a resource to help their child cope with loss. They might miss picking up this book because the cover isn't clear. This may even be incorporated into the title in some way. However, this is addressed in the conclusion.

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars because it has the potential to significantly improve how young children process grief. If parents are struggling with their own grief or with how to explain death to their child, this book will be a great resource for them. Nothing about the book was difficult to read or understand. In my opinion, the book is also expertly edited because I found no errors.

I think this book would be a great resource for kids dealing with the loss of a loved one. This book does not take a stance on any particular faith and can be valued by readers of all faiths.

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[Laney K]

Grief is not commonly addressed in children's lot, so this fills a needed space. Thanks for the informative review!

[Samuel Kioko 4]

The review has captured crucial information on how grief should be addressed. Though it's cited as a kids' book., adults can draw a lot of lessons from it.

[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

Losing a loved one can be very hard. And a book that teaches how to deal with grief is a great resource to pick up with. This book seems to help someone mourning to recover. Congratulations to the author on BOTD!

[Franklin Belden]

Normally children are viewed as beings who forget what they've seen or heard because their minds are growing, but the reverse is true. Thanks for the great expounded review

[Priyankan Nayak]

As we all know the loss of a loved one is very hard to overcome. A child encountering this kind of loss will always find it harder. This review denotes a way in which the child finds a way to cope and finally learn the truth of death. He has found a way of connecting with his grandfather through the mirrored box. With time everyone learns the way of living.

[Victory Ositaorah]

Christopher and his grandfather must have had a strong bond and he must have been sad for a while. I can only imagine what the content of the mirror box was.

[Paavni Jain]

Your detailed review provides valuable insights into "The Mirror Box" by Wade Warren Bergner. It's commendable that the author addresses the often overlooked topic of grief in children's literature, providing a touching narrative that can resonate with young readers. Your appreciation for the illustrations and the potential for this book to help children process grief is well-highlighted. Your suggestion of turning it into a series with different family members is insightful for creating relatability. The feedback about the cover clarity is constructive, and acknowledging its potential as a resource for parents navigating discussions on grief adds depth to your review. Well done!

[Munmun Samanta]

The elaborate and insightful review sparks my curiosity to read the book. Wow! what a wonderful book is this. Though I am not a kid I enjoy the book by Wade Warren Bergner: "The Mirror Box". Even I give it to my 11 years old boy to read. He can relate to the story. The illustrations are wonderful and catchy.

[Khristine Joy Cortez]

Losing someone that we love is so painful, So treasure the time treasure our love ones for the rest of our life, Thank you for the Great Review.

[Chris Agbara]

"The Mirror Box" is a beautifully illustrated and expertly edited book that delicately addresses the topic of grief for kids. With a touching story about a boy and his grandfather, it skillfully navigates the challenging subject of death, offering a valuable resource for both children and parents. The potential for this book to help young ones process grief earns it a solid 5 out of 5 stars.

[Gladis Ratish Kumar]

Exploring the notion of a child's resilience in confronting significant challenges, like coping with the loss of loved ones, is a seldom-discussed subject. The review was commendable, as the reviewer effectively elucidated both the drawbacks and merits of the concept.

[Brienna Cooper]

Nice review! There’s a reason it’s always so highly noted when children’s media delves into serious and sensitive topics (especially when it’s done particularly well). The balance between doing so in a way a child can understand/comprehend while also not talking down to them is delicate and can be challenging. Based on what I’m seeing, this book seems to be a good example of this. Another strong factor that works in these scenarios (and is present with this book) is engaging creativity. Case in point, I genuinely want to know what the mirror box actually is!

[Mudaqueen]

I think grief is one of the most underrated concept in life .
We don't really talk about people going through it. But we have to know that it's an essential concept of life to pity and reassure people going through grief to avoid high suicide cases and depressions

[Kefa Kirui]

To treasure the time we spend with loved ones because we never know when we will see them again, will make us close to each other. Thanks for the great review.