For Children

Gentle tools and age-appropriate resources to help children understand loss and big feelings.

Resources for Children

Book Resources
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Lifetimes:
The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children

by Winston’s Wish

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Muddles Puddles and Sunshine:
Your Activity Book to Help When Someone Has Died

by Diana Crossley

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Tear Soup:
A Recipe for Healing After Loss

by Pat Schweibert and Chuck DeKlyen

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The Heart and the Bottle
Award-winning picture book star Oliver Jeffers explores themes of love and loss in this life-affirming and uplifting tale.

by Oliver Jeffers

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The Secret C:
Straight Talking About Cancer

by Julie A. Stokes (Recommended for 7-10 yrs)

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When Dinosaurs Die:
A Guide to Understanding Death

by Laurie Brown and Marc Brown

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When Someone Has a Very Serious Illness:
Children Can Learn to Cope with Loss and Change

by Marge Heegaard

*Proceeds from Amazon Affiliate links in support of AWC Family Fund

Online Resources

ALS411 

Provides resources, equipment, and support services for patients and families with ALS

Kids Help Phone

1-800-668-6868

Sesame Workshop’s

When Families Grieve

Grief Out Loud Podcast

Dougy Centre

Weird Things People Say

Dougy Centre

Grief Creature

Dougy Centre

8 Things to Try When the Grief Gets Intense

Dougy Centre

Youngest Grievers: Hard Days Safety Plan

Dougy Centre

Indoor Memory Garden

Winston's Wish

We are grateful to collaborate with these organizations in supporting individuals, families, and communities through grief.

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