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Books : Children's Books : People & Places : Social Issues : Death & Dying : Fiction
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Hiroshima-born Sadako is lively and athletic--the star of her school's running team. And then the dizzy spells start. Soon gravely ill with leukemia, the "atom bomb disease," Sadako faces her future with spirit and bravery. Recalling a Japanese legend, Sadako sets to work folding paper cranes. For the legend holds that if a sick person folds one thousand cranes, the gods will grant her wish and make her healthy again. Based on a true story, Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes celebrates the extraordinary courage that made one young woman a heroine in Japan.
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A best friend has moved away, Dad no longer lives with the family, or a favorite pet has died. This warm, comforting book gently helps grieving children identify their feelings and learn to accept and deal with them. Wonderful heart-warming illustrations and simple, direct writing help children discover that it is normal and natural to feel the pain of loss.
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Juvenile Fiction : Social Situations - Death & Dying
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Perfect Book to explain Death, Heaven, Spirit, and Jesus to a child that has lost a younger sibling SUDDENLY (i.e., SIDS, Accidents, etc) Tender story about Luke and his baby brother Jake. Luke tells of all of his favorite things he and Jake did. They were inseparable. Until Jesus took Jake home to Heaven.
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This book offers a gentle, thoughtful and reassuring explanation of death and cremation. It tells the true story of the author's grandfather, who had asked that his body be cremated and placed in the garden. It explains the cremation process, describes what ashes look like, and offers suggestions for finding a special place for our loved ones.
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Almost everyone has felt out of touch, in chaos, or overwhelmed by their feelings. You are invited to discover how Sadie Listens by noticing and nurturing her feelings.When Sadie's cat dies, the young girl tries to distract herself from the loss. After several attempts to escape her feelings, she seeks inward connection.
The illustrations begin with only rusty brown tones. Blue and rose are introduced to represent interacting parts of Sadie's being. The story ends in many colors, depicting Sadie's connection with herself and the world around her.
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This is the foundation book for the others in the Barklay and Eve Children's Book Series. This book recognizes and validates all kinds of losses that children may have, including divorce, moving to a different neighborhood, illness or death of pets and other loved ones. The book's message is that with love and support, we can get through anything.
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A beautifully written and illustrated childrens book of how children cope with the loss of another child to cancer. (Ages 8-12) Join Shelby as she realizes how much she cares for her sister Brittany. She views Brittany as a gift rather than a burden, especially when she discovers how wonderful hugs and kisses can be. Shelby gives hugs and kisses to her family and Brittany gives hugs and kisses to Jesus. An ideal book that opens the door for discussion about the death of a child.
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A beautifully written and illustrated childrens book of how children cope with the loss of another child to cancer. Ages 3-7 Join Megan as she helps her cousin Brittany on the day Brittany goes to heaven. Megan paints a pretty butterfly with beautiful wings, which Brittany will wear when the angels take her to heaven. An ideal book that opens the door for discussion about the death of a child.
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While Leah slept, the angels visited her in a dream. They told her they were taking Grandma Mowie to heaven to see Jesus. Leah's dream occurred the same night that Grandma Mowie unexpectedly died. Leah's gift gave her family comfort knowing that Mowie was now in God's care. Hopefully by sharing this story, others will also experience God's awesome love.My Grandma's Angels is a true story about the strong bond of love between a four-year-old girl and her adoring grandmother. It's also a story about the strength of a childlike faith and the peace that comes from trusting Jesus.
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This book guides children through the death, calling hours and funeral of a loved one. It helps to allay fears about death brought on by inadequate explanation. It addresses common questions such as "What does the word 'dead' mean?" "Why does the body look and feel different?" The story reflects the characteristics most often observed in the practice of Christian funeral rituals.
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It can be hard to lose a family pet. When Timmy's Golden Retriever, Zach, dies, his grandmother helps himto understand the continunity of love and godness -- and finding healing by putting this knowledge into practice. What he learns may help readers of any age address the challenge of losing a loved one.
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This selection describes the Jewish tradition of burial and mourning. It includes an explanation of the term "Sitting Shiva" and of the rich symbolism of mourning ribbons, covering mirrors, memorial candles, the meal of consolation, unveiling and other practices of the Jewish Heritage.
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Eddie Spaghetti and Grandma Baretti is a touching story of a young boy and his endearing as well as bonding relationship with his Grandma. But, one day Eddie finds out that Grandma Baretti is ill in the hospital and visits with her only to realize that she is not doing well. The following day Eddie Spaghetti's mother tells him that Grandma Baretti is now at the 'big beautiful home' near the church. At the end Eddie deals with the loss of his Grandmother by visiting her resting place bringing her his special yellow daisy. While there, Eddie notices the outline of his Grandma Baretti's image in the clouds somehow knowing she is still there in spirit watching over him.
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TERRORISM The Only Way is Through- A Child's Story tells the story of eight-year old Mark and his four-year old brother, Jamie, who suffer the loss of their mother as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001, in New York City.This book helps children to understand their thoughts and feelings with respect to terrorism. It shows families, professionals, and others how to help children to cope with post-traumatic stress, identify warning signs, and the issues to be addressed.
The book will be particularly helpful for children ages six to twelve. These children will readily identify with the thoughts and feelings of the main character. Older children will benefit from reading the book by themselves, especially if they are not yet ready or willing to talk about their thoughts and feelings. Younger children will benefit from having the book read and explained to them.
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The story-poem about a child's search for meaning in her life. She paints her way through rejection and a loved one's death, using her brush like a blind man's cane to find her way. Hard Core Dreamer explains why the artist must create and the bird must sing. It is inspiration for the young adult to find their own way at a time of major life choices.
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After several years in Spain's new territories, Pedro Huizar finally found the place where he wanted to settle down and raise a family. Great distances had separated Pedro from his love, Rosa. And yet, as he was finishing the preparations for their reunion, tragedy struck. Full of grief, Pedro turns to stone, and creates a monument to his love that will last for hundreds of years.Today, almost 250 years later, Rosa's window still stands at San Antonio's Mission San Jos. A legend among the people of San Antonio, copies of the window can be found all around town. Now for the first time, this beautiful story of love and devotion has been written and illustrated for children, and the young at heart to enjoy.
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After the death of his beloved grandmother—his only family—Daniel feels lost and alone. But then he meets Laura, whose loneliness matches his. Might she become his surrogate grandmother? And that family living in his old home: the bright, beautiful Jade and her little brother, Finn—could they too spell a new beginning? It seems too much to hope for, and there is something strange about Jade and Finn's relationship.
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