Description
Book Synopsis: Help young children explore the ways people experience grief when someone dies.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: What did you feel after your special person died? What happens when your grief gets too big? What do you do in your family and community to help your grief? Dr. Korie Leigh has spent over sixteen years specializing in working with children and families experiencing grief and loss, and she wrote What Does Grief Feel Like? from a child development perspective, with developmentally appropriate vocabulary. A caregiver&s guide provides helpful information on developmental stages, expressions, and behaviors of grief in children.
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Discover the essential guide to understanding grief with What Does Grief Feel Like? This heartfelt book is designed to help young children explore and process their feelings when someone they love passes away. With its gentle and reassuring approach, it validates children's unique grief experiences and provides them with a safe space to express their thoughts and emotions.
Written by Dr. Korie Leigh, a renowned specialist in child grief and loss, this book is developed from a child development perspective, ensuring that the vocabulary and concepts are age-appropriate. Dr. Leigh's expertise shines through as she delicately tackles tough questions like "What happens when your grief gets too big?" and "What do you do to help your grief?" By asking open-ended questions, the book encourages dialogue and allows children to share their personal experiences with others.
Included in this comprehensive guide is a caregiver's guide, providing valuable information on the different developmental stages, expressions, and behaviors of grief in children. This resource will help parents, guardians, and educators better understand and support children through their grieving process.
Don't let grief overwhelm your little ones. Equip them with the emotional tools they need to navigate this challenging journey. Order your copy of What Does Grief Feel Like? today and nurture their healing process.