Mrs. Cottontail and Friends
Little Hops of Light:
A Christian Pet Loss Book for Children
Losing a pet is often a child's first real experience with grief, and it can be hard for them to put those big feelings into words. Little Hops of Light is a gentle, faith-filled picture book that meets a grieving child right where they are — offering comfort, reassurance, and hope after the loss of a beloved pet.
This book launching and available on
September 8th
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“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
1 Corinthians 13:13
Helping little hearts find comfort, hope and God's love during the loss of a beloved pet.
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Series: Mrs. Cottontail and Friends Presents
Mr. Flopsy Little Hops of Light
A gentle story for a child grieving a beloved pet
Guided by Mr. Flopsy, a kind and gentle bunny, children are reminded that even in sadness, God places small moments of light along the way — little glimmers of hope, comfort, and love that help them feel less alone. The story opens the door to conversations about grief in a way that feels safe and age-appropriate, giving parents and caregivers a tender starting point.
Comfort for the loss of any pet
While Mr. Flopsy is a bunny, this book is not only for children who have lost rabbits. It speaks to the loss of any cherished companion — a dog, cat, rabbit, hamster, guinea pig, bird, or any animal a child has loved. Mr. Flopsy stands as a symbol of unconditional love and comfort, no matter what kind of pet a child is missing.
How Mr. Flopsy helps children through grief
Rather than focusing on difficult questions about exactly what happens to a pet after death, Little Hops of Light gently guides children toward hope and healing. Through Mr. Flopsy's gentle friendship, children learn that the love they shared with their pet stays with them, and that treasured memories remain a beautiful part of their heart.
A faith-filled approach to pet loss
Written from a Christian perspective, this book gently reminds children that God's love surrounds them even in sad moments. The message centers on comfort, hope, and remembrance — never heavy or doctrinal, always warm and encouraging. It's a natural fit for Christian families, churches, and Christian schools, while remaining tender enough for any grieving child.
Who created Little Hops of Light
Little Hops of Light was written by Christi Eley, founder of Mrs. Cottontail & Friends. Drawing on more than twenty years of sharing comfort rabbits with children and families, along with her training as an end-of-life doula, Christi created this book to gently support children through one of their first experiences with loss. It follows the first Mr. Flopsy book, Whispers from God, which helps children find stillness and peace.
Where to buy the book
The second book in the series -
Mr. Flopsy Little Hops of Light
Helping Little Hearts Find God's Love
When Saying Goodbye To a Beloved Pet
Price is $14.99
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Little Hops Of Light Comfort Package
Book Review
“I have read Mr. Flopsy, Little Hops of Light and it beautifully reflects the love children have for their pets and God’s love for children. When a child experiences the death of a beloved pet, parents can find it difficult to know how to help them process their sadness. This book provides a wonderful way to help children understand and work through those feelings. It also gives children an opportunity to talk about and celebrate the love they share with their pets while they are still alive. I highly recommend it to parents of children who have pets.
I know Christi has a real passion for helping children and has been involved in programs for children at our church and in the local community for many years. I am pleased to recommend this book to parents and to those who work with children.”
Gary Chapman, Ph.D.
Author of The 5 Love Languages for Children and The 5 Love Languages Series
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The Story Behind Mr. Flopsy, Little Hops of Light
For more than 25 years, I have had the privilege of working with children and families. Over the years, I have listened to countless stories of beloved dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and other cherished companions who became treasured members of the family.
Again and again, I noticed the same thing. When a beloved pet died, families were often left wondering what to say. Parents wanted to comfort their children, but they worried about finding the right words. Many children were experiencing their very first loss, and the sadness felt overwhelming for everyone.
As I listened to these stories, I realized there were very few resources created especially for young children that offered comfort, hope, and gentle faith-based encouragement.
But the inspiration for Mr. Flopsy: Little Hops of Light also came from my own heart.
Over the years, I have loved and said goodbye to many precious animal companions. Each one left paw prints on my heart and taught me something about love, loyalty, joy, and gratitude. Most recently, I experienced the loss of my very special dog, Huntley.
Huntley taught me so much. Through his unconditional love, faithful companionship, and the beautiful memories we shared, he reminded me that love is one of God's greatest gifts. Even after saying goodbye, I began to notice little reminders of love, hope, and God's presence all around me—these became my "Little Hops of Light."
From those experiences, Mr. Flopsy, Little Hops of Light was born—a gentle and loving rabbit whose mission is to help little hearts know that they are never alone. More than a story about loss, it is a story about love.
With love,
Mrs. Cottontail and Mr. Flopsy
“Every pet leaves a little light behind. When your heart feels sad,
look around and you will see the Little Hops of Light.”