Why Do I Feel So Sad?: A Grief Book for Children

Why Do I Feel So Sad?: A Grief Book for Children
ISBN-10
1646117131
ISBN-13
9781646117130
Language
English
Published
2020-07-28
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Authors
LPC, Tracy Lambert-Prater

Description

Reassure kids through the process of grief and loss 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. Why Do I Feel So Sad? is: Practical and compassionate--Written for early childhood-aged kids, this book touches on common sources of grief--everything from death to divorce or changing schools. Different for everyone--This book normalizes the confusing thoughts and physical symptoms that come with grief, so kids know there's no one right way to feel or heal. Tips for grownups--Find expert advice and simple strategies for supporting grieving kids in your life. Children don't have to go through grief alone; this book provides the tools to help them.

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