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Trevor and Me
Trevor and Me defies the boundaries of age, gender and race. It is a heartwarming story about reincarnation based on the real-life friendship between an elderly Caucasian man and a young Asian girl. As Trevor's health starts to decline and he prepares to die, he promises to always be with the girl even after he's gone. Trevor dies and the girl is filled with grief until one day she begins to receive signs to let her know Trevor is and always will be with her.
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24 pages, Hardcover
Published June 14, 2020
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Yuno Imai
2 books7 followersYuno Imai is a best-selling children’s book author and Japanese writer based in Los Angeles. She specializes in writing heartwarming stories that help readers cope with death or develop a healthy understanding of difficult subjects.
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January 31, 2021
A gorgeously illustrated story of "a precious promise that transcends age, nationality and gender".
If you've ever wondered how to talk to your child about death without bringing religion into the discussion, look no further than Trevor and Me. It offers hope and solace, and motivation to seek out the good and the comforting in the world.
If you've ever wondered how to talk to your child about death without bringing religion into the discussion, look no further than Trevor and Me. It offers hope and solace, and motivation to seek out the good and the comforting in the world.
October 6, 2020
A story of friendship between two amazing friends regardless of age. A heartwarming story that we all can relate to. A friendship arrives when you most need it. Time spent with your friends or family members are moments you will hold in your heart always. Trevor could have been her grandfather, but the fun and enjoyment they had was precious. They had a great connection and had things in common that they enjoyed together. This was a very touching story that makes you think of your loved ones and how you should cherish every moment with them.
Our love ones at times need to leave us early and they might not be there in person, but they sure are there in spirit. I loved that Yuno shared her beautiful friendship she had with Trevor with the whole world. Excellent book to help children understand that sometimes our friends and family might need to leave forever, but will be here in spirit. I enjoyed the colorful illustrations. Thank you Juno for allowing me to read your amazing story.
Our love ones at times need to leave us early and they might not be there in person, but they sure are there in spirit. I loved that Yuno shared her beautiful friendship she had with Trevor with the whole world. Excellent book to help children understand that sometimes our friends and family might need to leave forever, but will be here in spirit. I enjoyed the colorful illustrations. Thank you Juno for allowing me to read your amazing story.
February 1, 2021
This is a very sweet story with beautiful illustrations. I too believe that our loved ones who have crossed over give us signs that they are with us in spirit.
November 23, 2020
Featured in a grandma reads session.
This book is written for children, but this reader attests that it is really for anyone who has experienced (or will experience - so that's you, my friend!) the death of a close friend.
Trevor is an elderly man and the little girl is her sweet self (and works as proxy for the reader) and they are besties, meeting together, walking and sharing a beloved hot beverage. They have developed a valuable relationship which evolves into key support for each of them. However, the timeline is problematic. She is at the beginning of her timeline. He is near the end of his. That wasn't even a consideration at the start of this friendship. These two bond in the best ways! As it will, Time marches on. As they are carried ever closer to the parting veil, Trevor gently presents a promise to his friend, that will help her as she moves forward without him. It is the gift we all hope for from those we love who pass on before us: the framing of best moments in our relationships that can be pulled out and used as a touchstone, a bridge even between the absolutes of life and death, to keep our friend ever in our hearts and minds, along with all the love and memories built by time spent together.
The author's lovely tale flows in a lyrical way that is very artistic, and her words are augmented by the illustrations of Liuba Syrotiuk whose watercolors are charming and evocative.
This grandma reads session started with a brief explanation - that I had two books by the same author, Yuno Imai, who had encouraged me to share them with my reading group. The topics of the books, though, were unusually serious and important. . .and if there were any concerns or questions as I read, I wanted my Littles and Bigs to stop me, and we could talk. . . (no one had questions or concerns. . .there was discussion about deaths in our family in the past years and their feels re same).
During the session - Trevor's words to Herself caused me to weep-read, but my kids know me, and know that tears mean my heart is touched and they are always very reverent in those moments.
Highly recommended to those who are in such a moment, but even more for those who are not because then they will have a model of how to make it through the inevitable times that are going to happen to everyone, one day.
This book is written for children, but this reader attests that it is really for anyone who has experienced (or will experience - so that's you, my friend!) the death of a close friend.
Trevor is an elderly man and the little girl is her sweet self (and works as proxy for the reader) and they are besties, meeting together, walking and sharing a beloved hot beverage. They have developed a valuable relationship which evolves into key support for each of them. However, the timeline is problematic. She is at the beginning of her timeline. He is near the end of his. That wasn't even a consideration at the start of this friendship. These two bond in the best ways! As it will, Time marches on. As they are carried ever closer to the parting veil, Trevor gently presents a promise to his friend, that will help her as she moves forward without him. It is the gift we all hope for from those we love who pass on before us: the framing of best moments in our relationships that can be pulled out and used as a touchstone, a bridge even between the absolutes of life and death, to keep our friend ever in our hearts and minds, along with all the love and memories built by time spent together.
The author's lovely tale flows in a lyrical way that is very artistic, and her words are augmented by the illustrations of Liuba Syrotiuk whose watercolors are charming and evocative.
This grandma reads session started with a brief explanation - that I had two books by the same author, Yuno Imai, who had encouraged me to share them with my reading group. The topics of the books, though, were unusually serious and important. . .and if there were any concerns or questions as I read, I wanted my Littles and Bigs to stop me, and we could talk. . . (no one had questions or concerns. . .there was discussion about deaths in our family in the past years and their feels re same).
During the session - Trevor's words to Herself caused me to weep-read, but my kids know me, and know that tears mean my heart is touched and they are always very reverent in those moments.
Highly recommended to those who are in such a moment, but even more for those who are not because then they will have a model of how to make it through the inevitable times that are going to happen to everyone, one day.
October 12, 2020
The author did an applaudable job while writing the book as a story.
The illustrations are captivating.
An alluring story for a little girl who makes friends with a man of her grandfather’s age.
In the story author explains how happily she spent her days with him.
Due to his age and fragility, he bids her goodbye and says he will always be around her.
And the little girl feels his presence around herself, as she starts seeking happiness in little things.
The story flouts the rules of age in friendship and generation gaps.
I loved how the author elucidated her idea of finding what we lost in the little things happening around us.
This is the second book I read by the author and the illustrations are very captivating.
The language is simple and easy for kids to understand.
The cover of the book is tempting.
The illustrations are captivating.
An alluring story for a little girl who makes friends with a man of her grandfather’s age.
In the story author explains how happily she spent her days with him.
Due to his age and fragility, he bids her goodbye and says he will always be around her.
And the little girl feels his presence around herself, as she starts seeking happiness in little things.
The story flouts the rules of age in friendship and generation gaps.
I loved how the author elucidated her idea of finding what we lost in the little things happening around us.
This is the second book I read by the author and the illustrations are very captivating.
The language is simple and easy for kids to understand.
The cover of the book is tempting.
December 7, 2020
The illustrations in this book are amazing. The one with the little girl walking with Trevor and the flowers all around them, was beautiful! This book deals with the difficult topic of death and how a little girl notices her friend slowing down and then, passing away.
I liked how the little girl and Trevor were able to enjoy time together. The little girl talks and pays attention to him instead of Trevor having to keep an eye on her. As Trevor begins to slow down, the little girl notices and makes inquiries about it. Trevor cares about her and their relationship, as he explains the situation, answering any questions she might have. I liked how she expresses her emotions in the book. He tries to prepare her for the future and for the days that he will no longer be in her life. I think it’s a sweet book that would provide comfort to those who are experiencing the same type of event in their life.
I did have issues with the font in the book, I didn’t care for it. I thought it was too fancy and hard to read. Sometimes the font and the illustrations get mingled together and then, it was really difficult to read. I think some children will also have a hard time with the font. I also wondered about the beginning of this relationship. How did they meet? Who is Trevor? How does she get to the area to meet him? As a parent and sub teacher, I just kinda want to know these things especially in the world we live in now (it’s sad but true). Had I read this book many years ago, I probably wouldn’t feel so concerned about it but as a parent and sub teacher, I am. I also wondered why, he doesn’t show up the next day, the very next day. How sad is that? Why couldn’t they have one more day of fun together? That’s not much time for that little girl to process the information that he gave her the day before. I’m on the fence with this one, lots of great things about it and a few important things that I feel are missing. 3.5 stars
I liked how the little girl and Trevor were able to enjoy time together. The little girl talks and pays attention to him instead of Trevor having to keep an eye on her. As Trevor begins to slow down, the little girl notices and makes inquiries about it. Trevor cares about her and their relationship, as he explains the situation, answering any questions she might have. I liked how she expresses her emotions in the book. He tries to prepare her for the future and for the days that he will no longer be in her life. I think it’s a sweet book that would provide comfort to those who are experiencing the same type of event in their life.
I did have issues with the font in the book, I didn’t care for it. I thought it was too fancy and hard to read. Sometimes the font and the illustrations get mingled together and then, it was really difficult to read. I think some children will also have a hard time with the font. I also wondered about the beginning of this relationship. How did they meet? Who is Trevor? How does she get to the area to meet him? As a parent and sub teacher, I just kinda want to know these things especially in the world we live in now (it’s sad but true). Had I read this book many years ago, I probably wouldn’t feel so concerned about it but as a parent and sub teacher, I am. I also wondered why, he doesn’t show up the next day, the very next day. How sad is that? Why couldn’t they have one more day of fun together? That’s not much time for that little girl to process the information that he gave her the day before. I’m on the fence with this one, lots of great things about it and a few important things that I feel are missing. 3.5 stars
November 6, 2020
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My review:
This book gives kids a good insight on a unique friendship and what feels like to lose that friend when they pass away, but always know that they'll always be in your heart.
Clue 13- The Shadow: Read a book that was published in 2020
Fall Into Reading Challenge
Published in 2020
Wheel Picks for November 2020
Read a short book
My review:
This book gives kids a good insight on a unique friendship and what feels like to lose that friend when they pass away, but always know that they'll always be in your heart.
October 4, 2020
Made me tear.
I love your story, once in a life time you find a good friend.
Congratulations! I love everything about it.
I love your story, once in a life time you find a good friend.
Congratulations! I love everything about it.
November 17, 2020
The author found me on Goodreads and asked if I would be willing to review her books. I was super flattered and happy to do so! Therefore, I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
This was a sweet book. I absolutely LOVED the illustrations! The water color paintings and the details. Just beautiful. The font would be hard for a younger child to read by themselves, but I don't really think this book is intended to be read by a child by themselves. I personally liked that it wasn't the bland Arial or Times New Roman text.
As for the content of the story, I thought it was pretty good. I didn't quite grasp their friendship though. It just kind of "told" us the things she did with him and then he died. Since we didn't really feel their connection, I as a reader, didn't feel the loss that she felt. Some of the text also sounded a bit sketchy as to his intentions - but I think that is just because we didn't get any background and it was told from the child's perspective. But what I did like was how it discussed that she would be reminded of Trevor when certain things happened in her life. Having dealt with some loss in my life also, hummingbirds are what remind me of my baby I lost. So I really enjoyed that (and my husband has a small coffee business, so the coffee bean was especially touching for me).
Overall, I enjoyed this story. I just wish I could have "seen" their relationship a bit more and understood how they became friends and just got a little more so I felt more when he died. If you need a sweet story to help a child process a close death, I think this is a good step - to help them understand that just because they are physically here, doesn't mean they aren't watching over you, and you will find memories when you look.
This was a sweet book. I absolutely LOVED the illustrations! The water color paintings and the details. Just beautiful. The font would be hard for a younger child to read by themselves, but I don't really think this book is intended to be read by a child by themselves. I personally liked that it wasn't the bland Arial or Times New Roman text.
As for the content of the story, I thought it was pretty good. I didn't quite grasp their friendship though. It just kind of "told" us the things she did with him and then he died. Since we didn't really feel their connection, I as a reader, didn't feel the loss that she felt. Some of the text also sounded a bit sketchy as to his intentions - but I think that is just because we didn't get any background and it was told from the child's perspective. But what I did like was how it discussed that she would be reminded of Trevor when certain things happened in her life. Having dealt with some loss in my life also, hummingbirds are what remind me of my baby I lost. So I really enjoyed that (and my husband has a small coffee business, so the coffee bean was especially touching for me).
Overall, I enjoyed this story. I just wish I could have "seen" their relationship a bit more and understood how they became friends and just got a little more so I felt more when he died. If you need a sweet story to help a child process a close death, I think this is a good step - to help them understand that just because they are physically here, doesn't mean they aren't watching over you, and you will find memories when you look.
October 26, 2020
‘Soon, I’ll have to go somewhere. Somewhere far, far away.’
Los Angeles author Yuno Imai writes food, travel, news articles and children’s books. She is also a highly respected translator (Yuno is originally from Japan) for both American and Japanese companies as well as celebrity clients. To date her children’s books are THE LAST MEAL and this fine story, TREVOR AND ME – both books focusing on informing youngsters about death and dying in a manner that makes the subject gently comprehensible. This book is beautifully illustrated with watercolors by Liuba Syrotiuk.
With tender simplicity, Yuno opens her story as follows: ‘Trevor is my best friend. With a shining smile like the sun, silver curly hair, and a wrinkled face. He always wears his favorite red beret. Trevor is my special friend. He’s older than my mommy and daddy. I think he’s as old as my grandma and grandpa.’ The two friends spend quality time together, enjoying the park, a café and coffee, and more. But one day the little girl notices Trevor’s not eating well, having difficulty walking, bothered by a cough, and Trevor explains to the little girl he will go away soon – ‘We won’t he able to see each other again, but I’ll always watch over you.’ Trevor promises the girl he will send a sign to reassure her he will always be around, and after Trevor dies he keeps his promise with little reminders of their friendship. – a coffee bean… Wherever the little girls goes – ballet, graduation, after falling. Trevor is always there for her!
The difference in age is important to note, as is the difference in nationality/culture: Yuno shares at story’s end that this is a memoir; “This is a story of a precious promise that transcends age, nationality, and gender.’ This is a sensitive, tender, and entertaining story that children will love – as they learn to discuss the passing of friends and family. Kudos to Yuno! Very highly recommended.
Los Angeles author Yuno Imai writes food, travel, news articles and children’s books. She is also a highly respected translator (Yuno is originally from Japan) for both American and Japanese companies as well as celebrity clients. To date her children’s books are THE LAST MEAL and this fine story, TREVOR AND ME – both books focusing on informing youngsters about death and dying in a manner that makes the subject gently comprehensible. This book is beautifully illustrated with watercolors by Liuba Syrotiuk.
With tender simplicity, Yuno opens her story as follows: ‘Trevor is my best friend. With a shining smile like the sun, silver curly hair, and a wrinkled face. He always wears his favorite red beret. Trevor is my special friend. He’s older than my mommy and daddy. I think he’s as old as my grandma and grandpa.’ The two friends spend quality time together, enjoying the park, a café and coffee, and more. But one day the little girl notices Trevor’s not eating well, having difficulty walking, bothered by a cough, and Trevor explains to the little girl he will go away soon – ‘We won’t he able to see each other again, but I’ll always watch over you.’ Trevor promises the girl he will send a sign to reassure her he will always be around, and after Trevor dies he keeps his promise with little reminders of their friendship. – a coffee bean… Wherever the little girls goes – ballet, graduation, after falling. Trevor is always there for her!
The difference in age is important to note, as is the difference in nationality/culture: Yuno shares at story’s end that this is a memoir; “This is a story of a precious promise that transcends age, nationality, and gender.’ This is a sensitive, tender, and entertaining story that children will love – as they learn to discuss the passing of friends and family. Kudos to Yuno! Very highly recommended.
December 4, 2020
I loved the illustrations and colors in this book! This book is about the gentle friendship between a girl and an old man. There are so many elderly who feel lonely nowadays. I love how this book shows the peaceful value of spending time with the elderly. I love how it points out some characteristics of elderly people, like how they don’t walk fast, how they can have diminished appetite, how they are more susceptible to illness and how it can take them longer to recover. I love how the grandpa figure in this story warns his friend that his time to go may be near. I think we all appreciate warnings when those we love may be nearing the end. I love how he tries to lessen his friend’s pain by letting her know that he will always watch over her.
You know me, I would definitely never recommend drinking coffee. As a mom I almost always just change the word coffee in books to hot chocolate.
Talking Points: What are your thoughts and feelings on old age? Who are some old people that you love? Why do you love them? How do you want to be when you are old? What are some lessons you’ve learned from old people? How could you help the old people in your life to know they are loved and appreciated? What do you believe happens after death? What can you do today to show love and respect to someone you loved that has died?
Essential Oil Pairing Tip: I’d pair Frankincense or doTERRA’s Console with this story. Death can be heartbreaking and sometimes it can seem like that pain will never heal. I’m thankful that there are many things that can help us work through the pain of parting and that essential oils and books like this can be some of them.
You know me, I would definitely never recommend drinking coffee. As a mom I almost always just change the word coffee in books to hot chocolate.
Talking Points: What are your thoughts and feelings on old age? Who are some old people that you love? Why do you love them? How do you want to be when you are old? What are some lessons you’ve learned from old people? How could you help the old people in your life to know they are loved and appreciated? What do you believe happens after death? What can you do today to show love and respect to someone you loved that has died?
Essential Oil Pairing Tip: I’d pair Frankincense or doTERRA’s Console with this story. Death can be heartbreaking and sometimes it can seem like that pain will never heal. I’m thankful that there are many things that can help us work through the pain of parting and that essential oils and books like this can be some of them.
November 15, 2020
With warmth and love on every page, this takes a wonderful glance at a friendship, which defies time and age.
The tale centers around a young girl, who has a very special friend, Trevor. She describes some of the things she enjoys doing with him, the likes they share, and builds a lovely picture of friendship. But the girl notices that Trevor is growing less hungry and more tired as time goes on. One day, he tells her that he's going to leave soon, but will send signs that he's always with her. Now, she waits for these.
When I was young, we had a neighbor much like Trevor, who was our best friend. This book definitely hit upon those memories and had me smiling. But this book isn't intended for me.
I do see children enjoying this one, especially those who have or have had a friend who is up in the years like Trevor. There are many happy moments in these pages, which simply warm the heart. Even when Trevor passes, it is done with great care and very age appropriate. While the moment is sad, this book shows that having someone in your heart...even as a memory...is very special. It's a great way to hit such a difficult topic.
As if the tale isn't lovely enough, the illustrations add extra cream and cherries. The watercolors radiate a gentle joy, while allowing the tale to unfold in detail. It was fun just to flip through these and enjoy the scenes.
I can recommend this one to young readers, especially those who can relate with the girl's situation.
I received a complimentary copy and was very touched by this tale.
The tale centers around a young girl, who has a very special friend, Trevor. She describes some of the things she enjoys doing with him, the likes they share, and builds a lovely picture of friendship. But the girl notices that Trevor is growing less hungry and more tired as time goes on. One day, he tells her that he's going to leave soon, but will send signs that he's always with her. Now, she waits for these.
When I was young, we had a neighbor much like Trevor, who was our best friend. This book definitely hit upon those memories and had me smiling. But this book isn't intended for me.
I do see children enjoying this one, especially those who have or have had a friend who is up in the years like Trevor. There are many happy moments in these pages, which simply warm the heart. Even when Trevor passes, it is done with great care and very age appropriate. While the moment is sad, this book shows that having someone in your heart...even as a memory...is very special. It's a great way to hit such a difficult topic.
As if the tale isn't lovely enough, the illustrations add extra cream and cherries. The watercolors radiate a gentle joy, while allowing the tale to unfold in detail. It was fun just to flip through these and enjoy the scenes.
I can recommend this one to young readers, especially those who can relate with the girl's situation.
I received a complimentary copy and was very touched by this tale.
December 2, 2020
Why I'm interested in this book at the first place
Yuno Imai had reached out to me for an honest review on her book, Trevor and Me
What do I think of this book... now that I've done reading it
First and foremost, thank you Yuno! All the best in your future book releases.
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Centers around a heartwarming friendship between the main character (I'l just call her The Girl) and an elderly man named Trevor. An unexpected tragedy happened, that leads to moments of "friendship memories" towards the end of the book.
Come to think of it, the formatting makes it look like a children's book, but the themes on companionship and human interactions are commonly featured in books for (demographic) tweens/teens/adults.
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1. I love, love the illustrations by Liuba Syrotiuk .The watercolor-like tones projects childlike, yet innocent vibes that fits into the story.
2. A great lesson on friendship and respecting the elderly.
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1. At first, I thought there is little mention on the backstory on how the friendship between The Girl and Trevor. Alas, it's mentioned at the last page.
2. Speaking of backstories, I think it'll be pefect to integrate it into the story.
Get this
1. A decent gift for kids.
Yuno Imai had reached out to me for an honest review on her book, Trevor and Me
What do I think of this book... now that I've done reading it
First and foremost, thank you Yuno! All the best in your future book releases.
**
Centers around a heartwarming friendship between the main character (I'l just call her The Girl) and an elderly man named Trevor. An unexpected tragedy happened, that leads to moments of "friendship memories" towards the end of the book.
Come to think of it, the formatting makes it look like a children's book, but the themes on companionship and human interactions are commonly featured in books for (demographic) tweens/teens/adults.
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1. I love, love the illustrations by Liuba Syrotiuk .The watercolor-like tones projects childlike, yet innocent vibes that fits into the story.
2. A great lesson on friendship and respecting the elderly.
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1. At first, I thought there is little mention on the backstory on how the friendship between The Girl and Trevor. Alas, it's mentioned at the last page.
2. Speaking of backstories, I think it'll be pefect to integrate it into the story.
Get this
1. A decent gift for kids.
October 6, 2020
Age is just a number, and when it is about friendship, it doesn't matter at all. If that person comforts you than it's one of the precious things in your life.
Friendship is one of the most beautiful relations where unsaid things are understood.
This book describes the beautiful relationship of friendship between Trevor and the unnamed girl in the book Trevor and Me.
I always wonder how older generations - our grandparents understand us more than anyone else. They have this connection with our soul, which makes them understand our situation.
In this book, the protagonist is friends with a person of a grandparent's age. The time she spends with him is precious and full of fun. They have a particular routine, like visiting cafes.
But with old age comes the horrendous phase of living without your loved ones.
Now, this sensitive phase is explained by the author most subtly and beautifully.
This book is such an unusual book describing a child's thought about old age people. The language is lucid. The writing style of the author is comforting, the narration is gripping, and the illustrations add beauty to the book.
Overall, a beautiful children's book peculiarly explaining friendship and death.
Friendship is one of the most beautiful relations where unsaid things are understood.
This book describes the beautiful relationship of friendship between Trevor and the unnamed girl in the book Trevor and Me.
I always wonder how older generations - our grandparents understand us more than anyone else. They have this connection with our soul, which makes them understand our situation.
In this book, the protagonist is friends with a person of a grandparent's age. The time she spends with him is precious and full of fun. They have a particular routine, like visiting cafes.
But with old age comes the horrendous phase of living without your loved ones.
Now, this sensitive phase is explained by the author most subtly and beautifully.
This book is such an unusual book describing a child's thought about old age people. The language is lucid. The writing style of the author is comforting, the narration is gripping, and the illustrations add beauty to the book.
Overall, a beautiful children's book peculiarly explaining friendship and death.
October 26, 2020
This book highlights the fact that age is simply a number and that you can be friends with anyone of any age. In this book a young girl becomes friends with a man called Trevor who is old enough to be her grandfather. The story shows how slowly Trevor starts to change and can't do the things he used to, until eventually he isn't there anymore.
Before he goes, Trevor promises to look over the girl and tells her he will leave a sign that he is watching over her - in the end we see that this sign is a coffee bean - something that the girl recognizes due to her and Trevor's coffee chat every Wednesday.
This story is beautifully written and the illustrations are amazing and complement the text well. Using watercolors in the illustrations has proven really effective.
The main themes in this book are death, loss, grief, friendship and memories. These could all be great topics to discuss with children, especially in PSHCE lessons. This could also be a lovely book to use in a 1:1 session to help a child who has recently lost a loved one deal with the loss and the grief and help them to remember the memories they made together. Using this book, we can teach children about always looking for loved ones looking over them.
I would highly recommend this book.
Before he goes, Trevor promises to look over the girl and tells her he will leave a sign that he is watching over her - in the end we see that this sign is a coffee bean - something that the girl recognizes due to her and Trevor's coffee chat every Wednesday.
This story is beautifully written and the illustrations are amazing and complement the text well. Using watercolors in the illustrations has proven really effective.
The main themes in this book are death, loss, grief, friendship and memories. These could all be great topics to discuss with children, especially in PSHCE lessons. This could also be a lovely book to use in a 1:1 session to help a child who has recently lost a loved one deal with the loss and the grief and help them to remember the memories they made together. Using this book, we can teach children about always looking for loved ones looking over them.
I would highly recommend this book.
November 1, 2020
I was gifted two books, Trevor and Me and The Last Meal, both by author by Yuno Imai, in exchange for my honest reviews.
Trevor and Me is beautiful, tender story about dear, deep friendship and comfort in loss. The friends are a young girl and a gentle, grandpa aged gentleman. It's easily apparent, with out visible word, she can tell him anything and he values her every word. They each come from different backgrounds and different parts of the world. Sadly, she sees him slowing down and with that, he tries to prepare her for her eventual loss. He does so with great tenderness. When she suffers his loss, she remembers his words, and finds and feels his love in experiencing, seeing the things they shared together which allows her to feel his love in her new experiences.
The illustrations, gentle works of art in watercolor, in Trevor and Me are some of the loveliest I've seen. Even the font is as gentle as the story.
That Trevor and Me is based on a real relationship of the author makes it that much more poignant.
Trevor and Me is a lovely story I highly recommend. Thank you for allowing me to read it.
5 stars
Trevor and Me is beautiful, tender story about dear, deep friendship and comfort in loss. The friends are a young girl and a gentle, grandpa aged gentleman. It's easily apparent, with out visible word, she can tell him anything and he values her every word. They each come from different backgrounds and different parts of the world. Sadly, she sees him slowing down and with that, he tries to prepare her for her eventual loss. He does so with great tenderness. When she suffers his loss, she remembers his words, and finds and feels his love in experiencing, seeing the things they shared together which allows her to feel his love in her new experiences.
The illustrations, gentle works of art in watercolor, in Trevor and Me are some of the loveliest I've seen. Even the font is as gentle as the story.
That Trevor and Me is based on a real relationship of the author makes it that much more poignant.
Trevor and Me is a lovely story I highly recommend. Thank you for allowing me to read it.
5 stars
November 3, 2020
First, I want to thank the author for providing me with a signed copy of this book. I promised her an honest review and that is what this will be.
This book is about death. A young girl is friends with an older man named Trevor. They have a routine and they have adventures together. Because of their vast age difference, the little girl notices Trevor slowing down. Trevor warns the little girl that there will be a day when he will no longer be able to be with her in person but that he will always be with her in spirit.
This book does a good job at explaining aging and provides a coping mechanism for young children who are dealing with a death in their world. It would be appropriate for any age if the child has already experienced a death in the family or in order to prepare them for one that is imminent.
The language is a little advanced for young children so I would recommend it more for school age children; however, younger children can benefit from it if you simplify the language a little or explain what is happening and/or explain the harder words as you read.
It really is a sweet little book about a hard subject.
This book is about death. A young girl is friends with an older man named Trevor. They have a routine and they have adventures together. Because of their vast age difference, the little girl notices Trevor slowing down. Trevor warns the little girl that there will be a day when he will no longer be able to be with her in person but that he will always be with her in spirit.
This book does a good job at explaining aging and provides a coping mechanism for young children who are dealing with a death in their world. It would be appropriate for any age if the child has already experienced a death in the family or in order to prepare them for one that is imminent.
The language is a little advanced for young children so I would recommend it more for school age children; however, younger children can benefit from it if you simplify the language a little or explain what is happening and/or explain the harder words as you read.
It really is a sweet little book about a hard subject.
December 29, 2020
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This is a sweet story about the friendship between an old man named Trevor and a younger female. The story follows their friendship as Trevor ages and assures the girl that even after he passes, he will watch over her and send her signs that he is still with her. When he does pass away, the girl is sad but sees signs that he is always with her. The story is appropriate as a children's book to address the concept of death, though I was not clear on the age of the girl in the book (was she a child or young adult? There is mention of her loving coffee but also about her future track meets and graduation ceremony). The watercolor illustrations are absolutely beautiful.
I wish the beginning of the story addressed the nature of the friendship and how they became friends. There is an author's note at the end of the book that explains how this is a true story and the author met Trevor after moving to LA (presumably as a young adult). I wish this had been tied into the book as it's a very sweet story.
This is a sweet story about the friendship between an old man named Trevor and a younger female. The story follows their friendship as Trevor ages and assures the girl that even after he passes, he will watch over her and send her signs that he is still with her. When he does pass away, the girl is sad but sees signs that he is always with her. The story is appropriate as a children's book to address the concept of death, though I was not clear on the age of the girl in the book (was she a child or young adult? There is mention of her loving coffee but also about her future track meets and graduation ceremony). The watercolor illustrations are absolutely beautiful.
I wish the beginning of the story addressed the nature of the friendship and how they became friends. There is an author's note at the end of the book that explains how this is a true story and the author met Trevor after moving to LA (presumably as a young adult). I wish this had been tied into the book as it's a very sweet story.
October 1, 2020
Trevor and Me is a Children's Book written by the author Yuno and illustrated by Liuba Syrotiuk. Her another book 'The Last Meal' is really amazing. Trevor and Me is a story of a little girl and an old man Trevor. Little girl likes the company of Trevor. They take walk together in park and do some chit-chat.
But one day, Trevor told her that he is going somewhere from where he can never come back. But he will be watching over her. Will Trevor be really gone? How can he watch over her if he is gone? Read this book yourself to get your answers.
This is a heart touching story that readers will enjoy to the most. Those who love us watch over us even though they are gone. I also believe in this. This book is a story involving friendship, death, grief, love, care, etc. Little ones will enjoy this story and they will also learn a great message from it. Narration is smooth and language of the book is easy so kids can understand it easily. A must read story!
But one day, Trevor told her that he is going somewhere from where he can never come back. But he will be watching over her. Will Trevor be really gone? How can he watch over her if he is gone? Read this book yourself to get your answers.
This is a heart touching story that readers will enjoy to the most. Those who love us watch over us even though they are gone. I also believe in this. This book is a story involving friendship, death, grief, love, care, etc. Little ones will enjoy this story and they will also learn a great message from it. Narration is smooth and language of the book is easy so kids can understand it easily. A must read story!
November 13, 2020
I received this book from the author. She found me on Goodreads and asked if I'd review her book. It was flattering to have had her seek me out. I promised I'd write a review, so here goes!
The story is about a young girl who becomes friends with an old man. He soon dies and she is sad. However, ping! A coffee bean hits her. It's a sign. She sees other signs that remind her of her friendship with Trevor and she is comforted.
I felt like there were a bunch of important facts missing. How did this young girl become friends with Trevor? Call me a pessimist, but I questioned his intentions. "When I'm with Trevor, I have so much fun!" Really?
There are other books on death that children might relate to a little better. Look up the tag death on my blog and you will find a few for adults and children. IHaveABookYouShouldRead.blogspot.ca I hope writing the book gave the author some comfort over losing her friend though.
October 6, 2020
Having read her other book this book brings in enough joy as well. The illustrations are phenomenal and go really well with the story. It is a short and simple story of a friend this girl made who she shared the simple joys of life with and then things changed alot after trevor died. She felt a bit of happiness though as she could remember him with the most mundane things in life just seeing the wind gushes or just plants. The illustrations help in creating the nostalgic effect. I liked how trevor had educated her if he was to disappear she should find him in the smallest of things and he will always be together somehow even after he is not around physically. It was a really heartfelt story. It is a really few minutes read and I'm sure everyone will enjoy it. The cover, title are amazing and go well with overall theme of the book.
October 10, 2020
A friendship has no age. You can make friends with anyone irrespective of his /her age.
The story is about a little girl who makes friends with trevor, who is of her grandfathers age.
In the first half she described about him and about the bond they share.
Every Wednesday they go to their favourite restaurant. They did so many things together and created a lot of memories together.
But suddenly everything changed when trevor died. Before of his death Trevor promised to always be with her.
And then the little girl feels his presence around herself, as she starts seeking happiness in every little things.
What i learnt from the story is always find happiness in every little things happening around us.
This children book is written in a very simple and sweet language.
It is a few minutes read and I'm sure everyone will enjoy it.
The story is about a little girl who makes friends with trevor, who is of her grandfathers age.
In the first half she described about him and about the bond they share.
Every Wednesday they go to their favourite restaurant. They did so many things together and created a lot of memories together.
But suddenly everything changed when trevor died. Before of his death Trevor promised to always be with her.
And then the little girl feels his presence around herself, as she starts seeking happiness in every little things.
What i learnt from the story is always find happiness in every little things happening around us.
This children book is written in a very simple and sweet language.
It is a few minutes read and I'm sure everyone will enjoy it.
October 17, 2020
Trevor and Me by Yuno is a lovely book mainly about resurrection. Now, I don’t believe in resurrection so to me it’s more like an imaginative way to help children understand death and keep their memories of loved ones through things that remind them/us of them.
(Spoiler) In this book that shared like is coffee; so the main character is reminded about her best friend, Trevor, an older man, through a coffee bean.
It’s a discussion starter way to teach/remind children about death.
The illustrations are beautiful.
The text, vocabulary and tone are quite serious, like too as a matter-of-fact kinda way. I liked that it’s based on a true story. But the age range would most likely not be suited for toddlers.
And lastly, it’s a beautiful short story, and although I stated the tone to be too serious it also conveys a lot of deep sentiment. Overall, I recommend it.
(Spoiler) In this book that shared like is coffee; so the main character is reminded about her best friend, Trevor, an older man, through a coffee bean.
It’s a discussion starter way to teach/remind children about death.
The illustrations are beautiful.
The text, vocabulary and tone are quite serious, like too as a matter-of-fact kinda way. I liked that it’s based on a true story. But the age range would most likely not be suited for toddlers.
And lastly, it’s a beautiful short story, and although I stated the tone to be too serious it also conveys a lot of deep sentiment. Overall, I recommend it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 30, 2020
I was given access to a PDF copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a very sweet story about a young girl and her much older friend, Trevor. Friendships blossom in the most unexpected places and - based on the afterwards- it was clear that Trevor was an incredibly dear friend to the author. This is a lovely, thoughtful way to honor her friend by sharing their friendship with other readers as well. The most important part of the book, to me, was how their friendship remained alive in the main character's heart as she kept finding moments where she knew that Trevor was watching over her. That is a lovely message to send to younger readers who have lost a loved one.
The illustrations are a stunning, vibrant watercolor which I really enjoyed and which helped to really support the text.
This was a very sweet story about a young girl and her much older friend, Trevor. Friendships blossom in the most unexpected places and - based on the afterwards- it was clear that Trevor was an incredibly dear friend to the author. This is a lovely, thoughtful way to honor her friend by sharing their friendship with other readers as well. The most important part of the book, to me, was how their friendship remained alive in the main character's heart as she kept finding moments where she knew that Trevor was watching over her. That is a lovely message to send to younger readers who have lost a loved one.
The illustrations are a stunning, vibrant watercolor which I really enjoyed and which helped to really support the text.
November 3, 2020
I received this book (hardcover) free from the author for an honest review.
This book was a really adorable story of friendship, love, and life. It’s a brilliant way to introduce young children (such as the target audience: ages 5-8) to death and how the love you share is forever. In my opinion, the font might be a little difficult for a 5-8 year old to read - personally, I love the font myself.
The book cover and illustrations were perfect, like a watercolor paintings - very relaxing and easy on the eyes! I loved the attention to detail in the illustrations, like Trevor’s reflection in the soup bowl!
This is a difficult subject to talk about with kids in general, but I think Yuno did a great job while sharing her own personal story. I definitely recommend this book to anyone wanting a sincere, light-hearted way of tackling this topic with their kids or grandkids.
This book was a really adorable story of friendship, love, and life. It’s a brilliant way to introduce young children (such as the target audience: ages 5-8) to death and how the love you share is forever. In my opinion, the font might be a little difficult for a 5-8 year old to read - personally, I love the font myself.
The book cover and illustrations were perfect, like a watercolor paintings - very relaxing and easy on the eyes! I loved the attention to detail in the illustrations, like Trevor’s reflection in the soup bowl!
This is a difficult subject to talk about with kids in general, but I think Yuno did a great job while sharing her own personal story. I definitely recommend this book to anyone wanting a sincere, light-hearted way of tackling this topic with their kids or grandkids.
April 12, 2021
Few books really move me to tears. The chances get slimmer still when it's a book written for children. But Trevor and Me is deeply touching story about a little girl with a best friend who is much older. And when Trevor warns her that he'll have to go away soon to a place she can't follow, he makes her a promise to always look over her.
Even as an adult this method of explaining death resonated with me. I've lost many friends, some to illness and some to tragedy, and it is never easy. It would be harder still for someone still learning how the world works and what it means to go away forever. Yuno Imai frames the loss in a way that children can understand and caregivers can teach. And the gorgeous watercolor artwork brings to mind stories like Madeline, full of whimsy and color to soften the edges of truths even young people eventually have to learn.
Even as an adult this method of explaining death resonated with me. I've lost many friends, some to illness and some to tragedy, and it is never easy. It would be harder still for someone still learning how the world works and what it means to go away forever. Yuno Imai frames the loss in a way that children can understand and caregivers can teach. And the gorgeous watercolor artwork brings to mind stories like Madeline, full of whimsy and color to soften the edges of truths even young people eventually have to learn.
October 6, 2020
Trevor and Me is such a sweet little book. Teaching kids the importance of remembering someone even after they have gone, to find hints and clues that they are still around us is something really sweet.
As a kid we always one elderly with whom we share a special bond, and their death is very disheartening and for a kid it is very difficult to understand death, this books makes it easy for the parents to explain this situation to their kids.
This children book is written in a very simple and sweet language. And I would love to appreciate the illustrator of the book, to bring this book so much more to life with those cute illustration. Written in an extremely simple sentences and accompanied with beautiful, colorful illustrations, this book makes an ideal read for kids.
As a kid we always one elderly with whom we share a special bond, and their death is very disheartening and for a kid it is very difficult to understand death, this books makes it easy for the parents to explain this situation to their kids.
This children book is written in a very simple and sweet language. And I would love to appreciate the illustrator of the book, to bring this book so much more to life with those cute illustration. Written in an extremely simple sentences and accompanied with beautiful, colorful illustrations, this book makes an ideal read for kids.
October 23, 2020
I have to say I love everything about this book. If you know a child or actually anyone that is struggling with the death of someone close (in particular someone older) than this book would be great for them to read. It talks about a relationship that is between a child and a friend that is old enough to be her grandfather. It bridges the gap of gender, age and nationality. It shows two people that have a special bond, and when one of those people die, it shows how they still remain close. It talks about "signs" that come from the other individual after they pass to help them still feel connected. It is a beautiful story with amazing illustrations.
November 7, 2020
This is a beautiful book done in watercolor artwork that just adds to the charm of the story. Imani tells the true story of her unlikely friendship with an elderly man named Trevor and what he teaches her about life and eventually death. I love this book. It brought me so much joy to see death told in such a beautiful way that a child could understand. In the back of the book, Imani goes into more detail of her friendship with Trevor and what inspired her to write the book. I am always telling my students to write from experience and from their heart because that is where the purest intentions and words come from. This book is filled with so much love and heart.
February 7, 2021
“Trevor and Me” is a beautiful story with stunning illustrations, that deals with the tragedy of death in a way that is appropriate for young children. As such, this book can be extremely beneficial for children navigating the loss of a loved one. However, I wonder how beneficial this book would be for a child not dealing with this loss, and how he or she would react to, relate to, and understand the story. Whether or not one feels this book is appropriate to read to children not dealing with loss, the messages of friendship in this book are social - emotional lessons that are relevant for all children.
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