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Chrissie Kritzinger - Author
CC BY 4.0Originally published by Book Dash. Writer: Chrissie Kritzinger. Illustrator: Brad Cuzen. Designer: Meerashen Naidoo. Editor: Zanri Kritzinger.
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Original Book on Book Dash: Mom’s Red Coat (opens in a new tab)A tender family story about missing a parent who is away for work, and finding comfort in an object that carries familiar associations.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceA tender family story about missing a parent who is away for work, and finding comfort in an object that carries familiar associations.
The child is sad when Mum is away, especially at night and when she is not waiting at the door. The tone is reassuring, but those moments may feel familiar or tender.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: the book’s treatment of its main themes is not yet firm enough.
Complete story and illustrations · ISBN 9781776325252
Checked: 8 October 2026.
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