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Top 3 Favorite Grief and Loss Books
Here are three grief books that offer deep comfort and insight: one for adults, one for children, and one for professionals working with kids. From Megan Devine’s wise and validating voice, to a child‑friendly narrative, to a clinical guide for counselors or school social workers, each book helps meet grief with understanding, compassion, and practical clarity.
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Helping Children Cope with Anticipatory Grief
This post offers guidance to help children work through anticipatory grief when a loved one is seriously ill or facing loss. You will find suggestions like open age appropriate conversations, memory activities, art, journaling and emotional support tools. It includes ideas for memory boxes and shared rituals to support emotional expression. These resources equip parents counselors and educators to build connection, safety and hope.
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How to Create a Grief Box or Comfort Kit for Kids & a Building Block Grief Intervention
Discover the power of a grief or bereavement box for kids. Learn how to create a comforting, coping kit for children in times of loss.
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Helping Children & Teens Cope with Grief & Loss
This post offers resources and strategies to help children and teens cope with grief and loss. You will find tips for talking about death using metaphors and age appropriate explanations. The guide includes art prompts, memory box ideas, bibliotherapy book suggestions, emotion naming, and support group info like The Dougy Center. These tools support healing by normalizing feelings and encouraging expression.
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