Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction >> Social Topics - Death, Grief, Bereavement

This hardcover picture book for ages 4-8 beautifully illustrates the steps a family takes when an Orthodox Christian loved one dies. We follow the progression from funeral home visitation and Pomen, witness the church ceremony, and conclude with the cemetery graveside service. Along the way, the most commonly asked questions children have about death and funerals are answered. Fears are alleviated by gently showing what to expect and explaining what the child will see. Most importantly, the comfort of the Orthodox Faith is affirmed. Extensive glossary with in-depth discussion of Slavic...

When Lilly's father dies, she begins to question the reality of Heaven. "Do we go to Heaven when we die? Are Angels real? Do pets go to Heaven too?" she wonders. Her older sister has learned about from people who have had near death experiences, and helps Lilly understand what happens after we die.

A book to help children death with the death of a pet or loved one, or who might be facing death themselves.

THE WHISPER OF A FIREFLY is a beautiful children's book for anyone experiencing the loss of someone special. The book encourages children and their families to find comfort in watching for signs that they may see after losing a loved one. It provides examples of some of the different ways signs might be seen. Signs that tells us that the one we love and miss so greatly, is still here with us. Experiencing signs can be very reassuring for children and adults as they deal with the different stages of grieving. Signs can ease some of the lonliness that comes with losing a person that you...

As a children's pastor, author and former educator, I've been inspired by God to write a book for children that deals with loved ones who die. Yes, death is a sensitive subject and we will all encounter dealing with it in one way or another. I pray this information will comfort the child and family who allow the Holy Spirit to minister to them as they read through the pages.

As a children's pastor, author and former educator, I've been inspired by God to write a book for children that deals with loved ones who die. Yes, death is a sensitive subject and we will all encounter dealing with it in one way or another. I pray this information will comfort the child and family who allow the Holy Spirit to minister to them as they read through the pages.

Beyond words . . .After a death in the family, children may need help expressing their feelings. "When the pain is in your heart, you feel it everywhere in your body. You can even feel the pain right through your bones. Some days I wanted to talk about how I felt. Other days I didn't know what to say, so I drew a picture. - Ashlin, age 8

This unique 30-day, interactive guide helps children express their grief and loss in pictures:

• Provides awareness for parents of what their children are feeling
• Opens up talking points between the parent and...

"Grandpa's in our hearts, you see."

'Where Did My Sweet Grandpa Go?: A Preschooler's Guide to Losing a Loved One' gently leads little ones and their parents into meaningful conversations about death, grief, and eternal love. This beautiful picture book is filled with watercolor paintings by author Lauren Flake, as well as original artwork by the author's late mother, Dixie Benton Stucky, whom she lost to early onset Alzheimer's disease in 2013, while Lauren was pregnant with her youngest daughter. Questions, activities, Bible passages and resources in the included Parents' Guide...