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Addy's Cup of Sugar

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Addy has moved to a new neighborhood with her beloved kitten, Trumpet. They are best friends, and inseparable. But when Trumpet is hit by a car, Addy seeks her wise friend, Stillwater. She is sure he will know how to bring Trumpet back to life.

Stillwater tells Addy she will need to find a special medicine. To do this, she must go to everyone in the neighborhood and collect a cup of sugar. But there is one condition: it can only come from the home of someone who has never been touched by loss.

Addy goes from house to house. And when she returns home, Stillwater asks for her cup of sugar. But, of course, she has none. For there isn't a person who has not felt the pain of loss.

How Addy comes to understand how this special medicine works makes for a reassuring story of consolation and healing.

Muth's stunning interpretation of this Buddhist tale is infused with light and compassion. And it celebrates the fragile and sacred moments we all share with those we love.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews)

Samuel T. ★★★★★

I was really moved by how gently this story handles grief — it didn't feel heavy-handed, just honest. The illustrations of Stillwater and Trumpet are so soft and comforting, perfect for a quiet evening read with my child.

Amelia M. ★★★★★

The way Stillwater listens without rushing to fix things feels so true to life—it reminded me of how a real friend should respond. My daughter asked to read it three nights in a row, which never happens.

Andrew T. ★★★★★

I was worried this would be too sad for my 6-year-old, but the gentle way Addy turns to her neighbor for help made it a perfect bedtime story. The watercolor illustrations are absolutely beautiful.