Introducing
Hummie & Busy
a gentle story to help children understand their feelings in grief
Hummie and Busy are best friends. One day, Hummie runs into Busy during breakfast and wonders what has happened to him. Busy is sad and not himself. Read along to discover how two friends find their way in conversation to be just that — friends.
"Sure, Hummie, we could fly around together," shared Busy, "just not today. Today is not a flying day for me."
"Okay, Busy," said Hummie. "Then it's not a flying day for me either."
Hummie & Busy was created to offer children comfort during difficult moments. Through simple storytelling and caring characters, it helps children feel seen, understood, and less alone.
Hummie & Busy is a book about friendship and teaches children how to offer comfort, open conversation, and feel understood in a way that is gentle and lasting.
Hummie & Busy
I’m so glad you’re here! This book is inspired by children who bravely share their stories about grief.
Their courage and the trust and care they share are at the heart of Hummie and Busy
About the author
Laurie A. McCarthy is a certified grief support coach and a facilitator for children’s grief groups at Friends Way in Rhode Island. Inspired by the children she has met over the years, she wrote her first children’s book, Hummie & Busy, to help others find comfort in talking about loss with honesty and heart. Through her work, she has learned that there is grace in grieving and that connecting with others in our grief can bring healing and hope.
