A picture book edition of the board book about grief, offering adults
the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in
an informed, safe, and supported way.
Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism
against injustice, this topic-driven picture book offers clear, concrete
language and compelling imagery to introduce the concept of grief. This
book aims to normalize the topic of death by discussing what it means
and how it feels to experience loss. It centers around several questions
that arise about grief and honest, simple ways to answer them.
While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world,
adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics
because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking
about tough issues from the age of two not only helps children
understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness,
self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are
unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.
These books offer a supportive approach that considers both the child
and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text,
and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending
this discussion.
