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Picture books for children to help them work through and put words to the loss of a loved one.
Updated September 19, 2022
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Ida, always
Levis, Caron
Paper Book
An exquisitely told story of two best friends-inspired by a real bear friendship-and a gentle, moving reminder that loved ones lost will stay in our hearts, always.
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The funeral
James, Matt
Paper Book
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Harry & Hopper
Wild, Margaret
Paper Book
When Harry's beloved dog Hopper dies, he has a hard time letting go, as Harry sees Hopper still in his life. Are Hopper's visits to Harry the boy's imagination, or is the dog truly leaving Harry gradually, once he makes sure his boy will be all right? Eyes will not stay dry as readers experience...
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Death is stupid
Higginbotham, Anastasia
Paper Book
'She's in a better place now,' adults say again and again when someone dies. But it doesn't seem better, it seems stupid. This forthright exploration of grief and mourning recognises the anger, confusion and fear that we feel about death - but refuses to succumb to banalaties when talking about it....
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It's tough to lose your balloon
Krosoczka, Jarrett.
Paper Book
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Lost balloons. Melted ice cream. Babysitters. Life as a kid can be pretty daunting. But don't let these troubles get you down. With the right attitude, a hurdle can become a hammock and an...
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The invisible string
Karst, Patrice
Paper Book
With over 1.5 million copies sold, this accessible, bestselling picture book phenomenon about the unbreakable connections between loved ones has healed generations of children and adults alike. A Spanish edition (El hilo invisible by Patrice Karst and Joanne Lew...
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The heart and the bottle
Jeffers, Oliver
Paper Book
Award-winning picture book star Oliver Jeffers explores themes of love and loss in this life-affirming and uplifting tale. Once there was a girl whose life was filled with wonder at the world around her... Then one day something happened that made the girl take her heart...
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