Where are our Today Show fans at?? Maybe you’ve heard of our newest library resource, “Misty the Cloud: A Very Stormy Day” written by meteorologist Dylan Dreyer! This adorable book uses weather to help children describe and understand their emotions!
The death of a sibling is a unique loss that often leaves parents confused about how to help their surviving children process what has happened. “Forever Connected” by Jessica Correnti is a beautifully illustrated example of a bereaved sibling’s experience, intertwining stories from many walks of life. This book provides the perfect language for rituals and remembering!
Blending families and taking on the role of the stepparent can be a daunting task. Throw bereavement into the mix, and a whole new layer is added! In Diane Ingram Fromme’s “Stepparenting the Grieving Child,” the author uses her experience along with the insight of professionals to demonstrate how she navigated (and sometimes faltered) on her journey. This is a must-read for any stepparent facing this situation!
Stitch was a rowdy dog who loved to get into everything, so his family was always asking, “Where’s Stitch?” In Mark Gregston’s book of the same name, we walk alongside Stitch’s family as he goes from being rowdy, to slowing down, and eventually dying. As Stitch’s family wonders aloud what happens after we die, the reader learns positive ways to discuss the loss of your pet with children of all ages!
When an infant sibling dies, it is so important to remind your other children that their brother or sister are still an important part of the family. Megan Lacourrege’s “My Sibling Still” reads as a love letter to the sibling who has passed, showing how the family remembers and cherishes their spirit-side child. This is a beautiful book for children of all ages!
The best way to tell if a book is right for you is to open it up, flip through the pages, and get a sense for the feeling it provides. When your child or teen pops open A Kids Book About Grief by Brennan Wood, they will immediately be blown away by just how stunning the book is. Reading almost like a graphic novel without pictures, this resource is sure to engage a child of any age!
