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Recommended Reading

A collection of works to help you HEAL your heart

We have selected the books listed here for you. You will find books that cater to all age groups and backgrounds as well as professional and educational works.

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The Tenth Good Thing About Barney
My cat Barney died this Friday. I was very sad. My mother said we could have a funeral for him, and I should think of ten good things about Barney so I could tell them... But the small boy who...
Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement Judith Viorst
When a Pet Dies
In this useful book from the First Experience series, the affable star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood helps children share feelings of the loss of a pet while offering reassurance that grieving is a natural, healing thing to do. "A sensitive and sensible...
Children, Family, Great Gift, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Photos, Pre-school Fred Rogers
When Children Grieve: For Adults to Help Children Deal with...
The first―and definitive―guide to helping children really deal with loss from the authors of the The Grief Recovery Handbook Following deaths, divorces, or the confusion of major relocation, many adults tell their children “don’t feel bad.” In fact, say the authors...
Adult, Children, Educational, Family, Guide, Pet Loss & Bereavement John W. James
When You Have to Say Goodbye: Loving and Letting Go...
A child’s bond with a beloved animal is a powerful one. The loss of a pet due to illness or trauma can be a troubling time in a child’s life. “When You Have to Say Goodbye: Loving and Letting Go...
Children, Family, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement Monica Mansfield
When Your Pet Dies: A Healing Handbook for Kids (Elf-help...
Elf-help Books for Kids - Addressing the needs of children and the adults who care for them.
Children, Family, Pet Loss & Bereavement, Self-Help Victoria Ryan
Where Are You? A Child’s Book About Loss
Where Are You: A Child's Book About Loss is a kind and supportive text with beautiful illustrations designed to help children of all ages cope with the loss of a loved one. It is created with love and care so...
Children, Family, Guide, Illustrated, Pet Loss & Bereavement Laura Olivieri

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