Grief/Loss > Children/Parent
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Memory Tree (Grief)
A beautiful and heartfelt picture book to help children celebrate the memories left behind when a loved one dies.Fox has lived a long and happy life in the forest, but now he is tired. He lies down in his favourite clearing, and falls asleep forever. Before long, Fox's friends begin to gather in the clearing. One by one, they tell stories of the special moments that they shared with Fox. And so, as they share their memories, a tree begins to grow, becoming bigger and stronger with each memory, sheltering and protecting all the animals in the forest, just as Fox did when he was alive. This gentle story about the loss of a loved one is perfect for sharing and will bring comfort to both children and parents. Ages 5 and under
$10.99
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My Big, Dumb, Invisible Dragon
My Big, Dumb, Invisible Dragon is a story for children dealing with loss, particularly the death of a parent. Although grief is a heavy topic, Angie Lucas and Birgitta Sif handle it deftly for children, using the metaphor of the dragon, a light tone, and touches of humor. The book shows that healing takes time and that it's OK to experience a wide range of emotions as you process a really big loss. Ages 4-8
$24.99
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One Wave At A Time
A Story about Grief and Healing After his father dies, Kai experiences all kinds of emotions: sadness, anger, fear, guilt. Sometimes they crash and mix together. Other times, there are no emotions at all-just flatness. As Kai and his family adjust to life without Dad, the waves still roll in. But with the help of friends and one another, they learn to cope-and, eventually, heal. A lyrical story about grieving for anyone encountering loss.
$24.95
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Playing with the Angels: Stories of Possibilities for Grieving Children
This gentle series of short stories are all about children who have lost a loved one. The title and the development of this book was inspired by a young child. When someone at a funeral home told the four year old that her mother was now playing with the angels, she asked the question: why would her Mommy rather be playing with angels than with her? Each story is inspired by real kids and their real losses, helping children who are living with grief to realize that they are not alone. The storytelling is complemented by the works of Vancouver artist Mattie Zelinski that capture the magic, mystery, and possibility of what may lie beyond life on this Earth. Ages 6-10
$19.99
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Rough Patch
Evan and his dog do everything together, from eating ice cream to caring for their prize-winning garden, which grows big and beautiful. One day the unthinkable happens: Evan’s dog dies. Heartbroken, Evan destroys the garden and everything in it. The ground becomes overgrown with prickly weeds and thorns, and Evan embraces the chaos. But beauty grows in the darkest of places, and when a twisting vine turns into an immense pumpkin, Evan is drawn out of his isolation and back to the county fair, where friendships—old and new—await. A 2019 Caldecott Honor book
$24.99
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Sad Dragon: A Dragon Book About Grief and Loss
Having a pet dragon is very fun! But sometimes, not every story is a happy one. What if your dragon is suffering from a loss of a loved one? What if he’s sad, angry, and heartbroken because his loved one passed away, and he cries and cries and cries? You teach him about grief and loss. You explain death to him, and help him get through this difficult time! This is a must have for children, parents and teachers to open up conversations about loss, and to help kids who suffered from the loss of a loved one.
$21.95
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Something Very Sad Happened
A Toddler's Guide to Understanding Death A story to help two- and three-year-olds understand death and the feelings associated with the loss of a loved one includes information for parents and caregivers on answering questions and helping a child cope with grief.
$24.95
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The Remember Balloons
James’s Grandpa has the best balloons because he has the best memories. He has balloons showing Dad when he was young and Grandma when they were married. Grandpa has balloons about camping and Aunt Nelle’s poor cow. Grandpa also has a silver balloon filled with the memory of a fishing trip he and James took together. But when Grandpa’s balloons begin to float away, James is heartbroken. No matter how hard he runs, James can’t catch them. One day, Grandpa lets go of the silver balloon—and he doesn’t even notice! Grandpa no longer has balloons of his own. But James has many more than before. It’s up to him to share those balloons, one by one.
$25.99
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Tunnel
The Tunnel is a spare, powerful story about taking space to process difficult feelings. After something bad happens, a boy feels sad and gray. Mom and Aunt Cheryl try to talk about it, but he feels like running away. So he picks up a shovel and starts digging a tunnel from his room, deep down and into the backyard. Out there, far from the lights of the house, it’s dark enough that he could disappear. But the quiet distance also gives him the space he needs to see his family’s love and start returning home. As he heads back, the journey upward is different. He notices familiar details and tunes into his senses. The tunnel isn’t so scary this time. The boy emerges into his room just as Mom peeks in. When she notices a twig in his hair, he is ready to talk about the tunnel and finds warmth in her gentle acknowledgment: “You came back.â€
$19.95
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WaterBugs and Dragonflies
Explaining Death to Young Children Looking for a meaningful way to explain the death of a five-year-old friend to neighborhood children, Stickney adapted a graceful fable about a water bug that left its pond and was transformed into a dragonfly. The water bugs’ questions about their friend’s whereabouts are similar to those questions children ask when someone dies.
$14.95
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What Does Grief Really Feel Like?
Gentle and reassuring, What Does Grief Feel Like? shares the many ways people can grieve when a loved one dies and validates children’s unique grief experiences. Open-ended questions throughout the book invite children to share what they are thinking, feeling, and going through.
$27.95
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What Happens When a Loved One Dies
Whether children are experiencing grief and loss for the first time or simply curious, it can be difficult to know how to talk to them about death. Using questions posed in a child’s voice and answers that start simply and become more in-depth, this book allows adults to guide the conversation to a natural and reassuring conclusion.
$14.95
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What on Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies (Second Edition)
What on Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? speaks directly to kids about what death means and how to cope. The book explores the questions kids have about death—Why? How? What next? Is it my fault? What’s a funeral?—in basic, straightforward terms. Also described and discussed are the overwhelming emotions involved in grieving: sadness, fear, anger, and guilt. The book offers practical strategies for coping with those emotions and suggests meaningful ways to remember and honor the person who has died.
$19.95
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When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death
A balanced, comprehensive and age-appropriate explanation of death and its emotional aftermath, featuring the amiable cast from her earlier Dinosaurs book. Ages 4-8.
$12.99
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When Someone Dies
A Children's Mindful How-To Guide on Grief and Loss Navigating the grief and bereavement process can be a challenging and unpredictable experience, especially for children. Whether it’s the loss of a family member, friend, pet, or other loved one, children often don’t know how to cope with the complicated and complex emotions that accompany death. Written and illustrated by a therapist (and mother), Andrea Dorn, MSW, When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief.
$24.95
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Why Did You Die?
When a loved one dies, children are faced with a kaleidoscope of feelings, thoughts, and questions. Struggling with these issues can be overwhelming without guidance, support, and creative forms of expression. This bereavement book contains simple, effective activities to help children and parents communicate about death and the grieving process. Through these activities, children will learn how to grow and thrive after the loss of a loved one.
$35.95
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Why Do I Feel So Sad?: A Grief Book for Children
Why Do I Feel So Sad? is an inclusive, age-appropriate, illustrated kid's book designed to help young children understand their own grief. The examples and beautiful illustrations are rooted in real life, exploring the truth of loss and change, while remaining comforting and hopeful. Broad enough to encompass many forms of grief, this book reassures kids that they are not alone in their feelings and even suggests simple things they can do to feel better, like drawing, dancing, and talking to friends and family.
$16.50
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