Books for children
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Tobys tiny tot |
Taken from the series, Toby's Triumphs , a collection of charming books and talks about a young boy named Toby. Throughout the series, Toby's journey is full of wondrous discoveries, each new experience offering a lesson in life from the imaginative boy. Toby's Tiny Tot is the sensitive story of Toby's longing for a sibling. Through his eyes, we follow the painful path of loss and its consuming sadness. Beautifully illustrated a useful resource for families to help children understand about the death of their baby brother or sister |
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| ISBN - 0954693248 | |
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A star for Bobby |
| This is a book which talks directly to young children, using language and illustrations they can understand, about the death of a brother or sister, explaining why sometimes these things happen and how this may be making them feel.
When Helen Keenor's baby son, Toby died shortly after birth last year she wanted to explain to her 2 year old daughter Harriet what had happened in a way a little girl could understand. Having searched for a book that would help, Helen, a primary school teacher, decided to write and illustrate a book herself. A Star for Bobby tells the story of a family of birds. One of the newly hatched birds Bobby, is sick and soon dies. Bobby is buried and his brother and sister, on going to bed that evening, look up at the night sky to see a star shining especially brightly, Bobby's star. The story lets children know that it isn't their fault their brother or sister has died and that it is all right to feel sad and to say that they are. |
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| ISBN - 0954693213 | |
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Remebering Michael |
| A story about a family where a baby brother dies at birth. | |
| ISBN - 1869903218 | |
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Badgers parting gifts |
| The tale of a dependable, reliable and helpful badger who realises that his old age will soon lead to death. His friends learn to come to terms with his death in an enchanting tale. With full colour illustrations throughout. | |
| ISBN - 9780006643173 | |
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Help me to say goodbye |
| An art therapy and activity book for children coping with the death of someone they love. Sensitive exercises address all the questions children may have during this emotional and troubling crisis. Children are encouraged to express in pictures what they are often incapable of expressing in words. | |
| ISBN - 9781577490852 | |
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Waterbugs and dragonflies - explaining death to children |
| A young woman read this short children's book at our hospice memorial service. This event brought together people of all ages and from a variety of religious traditions. Such a gathering requires a selection of materials that will speak to many, while offending no one. The author's gentle story speaks to the profoundness of the death experience in a way that leaves the reader or listener joyful. This joy is a great gift for those who have experienced loss. I highly recommend that each household, even each elementary school, keep a copy on hand. It can serve as a deeply appropriate focus for any kind of memorial gathering, or for classroom reading to children when a loss has occurred. | |
| ISBN - 0826471811 | |
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When someone very special dies - Children can learn to cope with grief |
| A practical format for allowing children to understand the concept of death and develop coping skills for life. | |
| ISBN - 9780962050206 | |
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Always and forever |
| In their hearts and their memories and their laughter, Fox was still there… always and forever.
With thoughtful, delicate illustrations by acclaimed artist Debi Gliori, thisgentle story is just right for any small child who has experienced the loss of a loved one and aids memories they may have. |
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| ISBN - 97805520552548779 | |
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Lucy's baby brother |
| This is Lucy’s story. She is four years old and is personally and directly involved in the birth and death of her brother, Tom, aged just one day. | |
| ISBN - 1872067050 | |
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My book about how our baby who died |
| A book that is filled in by the child about the baby and themselves. | |
| ISBN - 0952332833 | |
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Gentle willow - a story for children about dying |
| Written for children who may not survive their illness or for the children who know them, this tale helps address feelings of disbelief, anger, and sadness, along with love and compassion. Amanda and Little Tree discover that their friend Gentle Willow isn't feeling very well. | |
| ISBN - 1591470722 | |
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Imagine a rainbow - a childs guide for soothing pain |
| When a child is in pain, imagining scenes that are soothing or uplifting may help reduce the discomfort. "Imagine a Rainbow" is a beautiful tool for introducing children to the idea of using their imaginations to cope with pain, whether by itself or as part of a more comprehensive pain management plan. The book also includes an extensive Note to Parents that explains the techniques of imagery and deep breathing, and how to help children use them. | |
| ISBN - 1591473853 | |
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I miss you- a first look at death |
| When a close friend or family member dies, it can be difficult for children to express their feelings. This book helps boys and girls understand that death is a natural complement to life, and that grief and a sense of loss are normal feelings for them to have following a loved one's death. Titles in this sensitively presented series explore the dynamics of various relationships experienced by children of preschool through early school age. Kids are encouraged to understand personal feelings and social problems as a first step in dealing with them. Written by psychotherapist and counselor Pat Thomas, these books promote positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers. The story lines are simple and direct--easily accessible to younger children. There are full-color illustrations on every page. (Ages 4-7) | |
| ISBN - 9780764117640 | |
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Heaven |
| Dill the dog knows his time is up so he packs his case and tells Lily, his owner, that he?s off "up there." "Can I come too?" asks Lily. "Er . . . not yet," replies Dill. While he is waiting for the angels to collect him, Dill explains to Lily what he thinks heaven is like?hundreds of lampposts to pee against, lots of whiffy things to smell and bones everywhere?with meat on them! But Lily completely disagrees, she thinks heaven is quite different. Luckily, they agree to disagree just in time for a fond, and very poignant, last goodbye. | |
| ISBN - 9780099488149 | |
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I wish I could hold your hand |
| This warm and comforting book gently helps grieving children identify their feelings – from denial and anger to guilt and sadness – and learn to accept and deal with them. The expressive illustrations and simple, direct writing help children discover that it is normal and natural to feel the pain of loss, and that they van help themselves to feel better. | |
| ISBN - 9780915166824 | |
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We were going to have a baby but we had an angel instead |
| When I lost my severely premature son earlier this summer, I was frustrated trying to find a book for my four year old that would help him understand what had happened -- and then I found this book. It is gentle and simple and so utterly perfect, whether your baby died in utero or shortly after birth. It takes such a difficult topic and puts it in words (and beautiful illustrations) that children can understand. I hope you never need this book, but if you do, you'll be so glad to have it. | |
| ISBN - 0972424113 | |
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What on earth do you do when someone dies? |
| Simple, insightful, and straight from the heart, this book is for any child who has lost a loved one. The author talks directly to kids about what death means and how to cope. He answers questions kids have about death--Why? How? What next? Is it my fault? What's a funeral?--in basic straightforward terms. | |
| ISBN - 1575420554 | |
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Sad isn't bad - a good-grief guidebook for kids dealing with loss |
| Loaded with positive, life-affirming advice for coping with loss as a child, this guide tells children what they need to know after a loss--that the world is still safe; life is good; and hurting hearts do mend. Written by a school counselor, this book helps comfort children facing of the worst and hardest kind of reality. | |
| ISBN - 9780870293214 | |
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Its okay to be sad - worksheets and CD aged 4-9 |
| In this great resource Margaret uses stories about 20 different life events to:
- illustrate the range of feelings - give permission for the expression of feelings - encourage empathy towards others - demonstrate that loss is a common experience for us all. The work balances an acknowledgement of the need to express sorrow and sadness with an opportunity to consider how to do something that is positive for oneself or helpful to others. Margaret Collins is a former headteacher of infant and first schools. She is now Senior Visiting Fellow in the School of Education at the University of Southampton. She researches children's perceptions of health education topics, writes teaching materials for children, books and articles on PSHE. |
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| ISBN - 9781412918251 | |
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Remembering - Providing support for children aged 7-13 |
| This book is easy to read and the accompanying computer CD of worksheets to print out is particularly useful' - Bereavement Care All children experience loss, often a death or a family separation; sometimes a friend moves away or a pet dies. Loss is the inevitable consequence of the positive experience of attachment. In this beautiful book Tina and Lorna offer teachers a resource that will support their understanding of the process and facilitate a range of activities which: - acknowledge the experience of loss - allow the expression of pain, fear, sadness - present the process as a shared experience - encourage communication - facililate recovery. This range of sensitive, positive and emotionally literate activities can be used in whole class, small group or individual settings and sit well in several primary and secondary PSCHE curriculum areas. | |
| ISBN - 9781904315421 | |
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Talking about death - a dialogue between parent and child |
| Why do people die? How do you explain the loss of a loved one to a child? This book is a compassionate guide for adults and children to read together, featuring a readalong story, answers to questions children ask about death, and a comprehensive list of resources and organizations that can help. | |
| ISBN - 9780807023631 | |
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Someone very important has just died - immediate help for people caring for children |
| When a family member or close friend dies, it can be difficult to know how best to help the children and teenagers involved. Someone Very Important Has Just Died is a practical book written for those caring for children and teenagers suffering a close bereavement. Intended for use immediately or soon after the death has occurred, this book gives practical and detailed guidance on what adults might say and do to help children. This much-needed resource tackles the sensitive issues of what to tell children, how far to include them in the events immediately after the death, and how to tend to their physical and emotional needs. The material is suitable for anyone regardless of their background and beliefs, and is supplemented with information on where to go to obtain longer term bereavement support. Someone Very Important Has Just Died is an ideal resource for professionals in all areas of work relating to bereavement. It is designed to be given to adults with children in their care at the time of a death. | |
| ISBN - 9781843102953 | |
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A Child’s Grief : Supporting a child when someone in their family has died |
| This booklet is designed to be a helpful tool for adults who are supporting children through a bereavement. It covers the range of issues that may effect a child when an important person dies, both immediately and in the longer term. Practical suggestions and ideas for activities are offered as well as suggested further reading and where to find other support. | |
ISBN-10 - 0955953901 ISBN-13 - 9780955953903 |
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Grief in young children - a handbook for adults |
| It is a common misconception that preschool children are not capable of experiencing grief in the same way that older children do. "Grief in Young Children" challenges this assumption, demonstrating that although young children may not express grief in the same way as older children, they still need to be supported through loss. Illustrated throughout with case examples, the author explores young children's reactions to death and loss, both immediately after the event and over time. For example, young children may engage in 'magic thinking', believing that wishing that someone were dead can actually cause death, which leads to feelings of guilt.Full of practical advice on issues such as how to keep children in touch with their memories, answer their questions, allay their fears and explore their feelings through play, this accessible book enables adults to work with children to develop an acceptance of grief and an understanding of death and loss. This book is essential reading for parents, carers, counsellors and teachers, and is complemented by the companion volume "Grief in Children: A Handbook for Adults, Second Edition", which caters for school-age children, also written by Atle Dyregrov and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. | |
| ISBN - 9781843106500 | |
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Grief in young children - a handbook for adults 2nd edition |
| This fully updated second edition of "Grief in Children" explains children's understanding of death at different ages and gives a detailed outline of exactly how the adults around them can best help them cope.Whether a child experiences the death of a parent, sibling, other relation or friend, or of a classmate or teacher, it is important for those caring for bereaved children to know how to respond appropriately to the child's needs. This book deals with a range of common physical and psychological responses and describes the methods of approaching grief in children that have been shown to work best. The author provides guidance on how loss and bereavement should be handled at school, explains when it is appropriate to involve expert professional help and discusses the value of bereavement groups for children and support for caregivers.Illustrated with case studies and incorporating current research, this book is essential reading for parents, carers, counsellors, teachers and all those concerned with the welfare of bereaved children. | |
| ISBN - 9781843106128 | |
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The grieving teen - a guide for teenagers and their friends |
In this wise, compassionate, pragmatic book, the author of "The Grieving Child" and "The Mourning Handbook" turns her attention to the special needs and concerns adolescents face during the grieving process. Aimed at the teen and their friends. |
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| ISBN - 9780684868042 | |
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Tear Soup |
Tear Soup, a recipe for healing after loss is a family story book that centers around an old and somewhat wise woman, Grandy. Grandy has just suffered a big loss in her life and so she is headed to the kitchen to make a special batch of Tear Soup. There she chooses the size pot that is right for her loss, and she puts on her apron because she knows it's going to be messy. And then Grandy starts to cry. At first she weeps, then she sobs, eventually she wails. Slowly the pot is filled with tears as the old woman steeps away. To season her soup Grandy adds memories like the good times and the bad times, the silly and the sad times. She does not want to forget even one precious memory of her loss. |
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| ISBN - 0961519762 | |
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Ethan's Butterflies - A Spiritual Book For Parents and Young Children After the Loss of a Baby |
| When a baby dies one of the first concerns a parent has is the impact this loss has on their young living children. It is difficult to know what to say or how to talk about the death of a long-awaited sibling. Ethan's Butterflies provides a way for parents and professionals to connect with young children who experience the loss of a sibling. This story is written from a young child's perspective and told by a pink elephant named Emma. Emma describes her deep sadness, anger and fears and poses many questions that children often raise. Emma shows how she and her family learn to live with the loss her baby brother Ethan and how they continue to connect with him in many ways, one of which is a butterfly and another is love. | |
| ISBN - 9781412088503 | |
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Muddles, Puddles and Sunshine: Your Activity Book to Help When Someone Has Died (Paperback) |
| Offering practical and sensitive support for bereaved children, this book suggests a helpful series of activities and exercises accompanied by the friendly characters of Bee and Bear. It aims to help children make sense of their experience by reflecting on different aspects of their grief. | |
| ISBN-10 - 1869890582 |