Dealing with Grief & Loss - Ages 9-12 Years

 

Bobbit, Natalie Tuck Everlasting A classic imaginary story about a 10 year old that discovers the magic and struggles of eternal life.

Boyd, Candy Circle of Gold Great for kids ages 8-12 years. A girls deals with the death of her father.

Buchanan Smith, Doris A Taste of Blackberries A young boy's friend suddenly dies from an allergic reaction to a bee sting.

Brown and Marc When Dinosaurs Die- A Guide to Understanding Death From the creator of Arthur. A practical and enticing story for ages 3-12 years.

Cleary, Beverly Dear Mr. Henshaw A lonely and troubled boy learns to appreciate expressing himself through journaling.

Farrington, Liz And Peter Said Goodbye For ages up to 12 years. A boy is angry because he did not attend his grandpa's funeral.

Gibson, Fred Old Yeller

Hanson, Warren The Next Place A magically illustrated book that encourages imagination and conversation. All ages.

Loftis, Chris The Boy Who Sat By The Window A story about a school dealing with the death of a classmate who was shot and killed riding to school.

Palmer, Pat I Wish I Could Hold Your Hand Helps children deal with the pain of loss. Including divorce, death and a friend moving away.

Powell, Sandy Geranium Morning A book about grief for children ages 7-10 years. Two children deal with the death of a parent, one in an accident, one through illness. Includes; guilty feelings, regret and isolation.

Romain, Trevor What on Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? Insightful book that talks to kids about what death means and how to cope, answering questions in straight-forward terms.

Rylant, Cynthia Missing May A neighbor helps a young girl come to terms with her aunt's death. Heartwarming and emotional story about the struggle people go through dealing with the finality of death.

Rylant, Cynthia Dog Heaven A whimsical story about what animals and people do in Heaven. For all ages to enjoy.

Viorist, Judith The Tenth Good Thing About Barney A cat dies and a young boy remembers good things about his life.

White, E. B. Charlotte's Web Story of friendship, hardship and loss. Valuable lessons of trust and love addressed throughout the book.

Winsch, Jane After the Funeral Deals with feelings and events that often occur over time. A variety of situations.

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Activity Books/Journals

Boulden, Jim and Joan Saying Good-bye Coloring book for ages 6-10 years that deals with death, feelings awareness and remembrance.

Conlin, Jayan Landry and Butler, Maria Nat's Story- A story of grief, hope and recovery after a suicide For ages 8+. Workbook that explains common feelings, questions and emotions after a suicide.

Eldon, Amy Angel Catcher for Kids A journal to help children remember the person who died. Ages 7-12 years.

Gaines-Lane, Gretchen My Memory Book Workbook and journal that helps children explore their feelings.

Goldman, Linda Bart Speaks Out Workbook for ages 7-12 years that attempts to break the shame and silence associated when a loved one dies from suicide.

Grollman and Johnson A Child's Book About Burial and Cremation Journal style workbook. Simple wording that is helpful for all ages, including adults.

Heegard, Marge A Child's Book About Burial and Cremation For ages 10-14 years. Children tell stories and learn about death and grieving. Suggestions for adults helping children with anger management.

Heegard, Marge When Someone Very Special Dies Activity book for ages 5 and up that helps children understand death and find healthy ways to cope.

Levine, Jennifer Remembering Special Days Workbook that focuses on remembering and living with changes. For ages 4 and up.

Salloum, Alison Reactions A workbook for ages 8 and up who are experiencing trauma and grief.

Silverman, Janis Help Me Say Goodbye Activities for all ages that help kids cope when a special person dies.

The Dougy Center After a Suicide - A Workbook for Grieving Children A comprehensive and commemorating workbook for children ages 4-13 years dealing with the death of a loved one by suicide. Answers common questions about suicide and offers ways to cope. Validates grief related feelings, dreams and nightmares. Offers suggestions on how to deal with friends and returning to school.

Zotovich, Katherine Dorn Good Grief For Kids A journal to help children cope with their grief during times of loss. Parent info, including child development and grief, suggested reading and space for kids to color/journal. Ages 6-12 years.

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