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Books for Grade School Kids

The 12 books in this collection are written for grade school-aged children, give or take a year at either end.

Everywhere, Still

Ages 5+

A book about missing a loved one, reminding kids we can always find a way to stay close to the people we love

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You'll Be There

Ages 5-9

This book encourages young readers to remember a loved one in many small and meaningful ways

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A Kids Book About Grief

Ages 5-9

A book made to help kids understand what grief is and how to live through it

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You'll Find Me

Ages 5-9

Friendship story offers tender ways to pay tribute to and bring a loved one's lost presence into present and future life

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Why?

Ages 5-9

A developmentally appropriate picture book for kids who have lost a parent to suicide, with suggestions for supporters

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Badger's Parting Gifts

Ages 5-10

Badger's animal friends reflect on their memories, helping kids deal with the loss of a loved one

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Luna's Red Hat

Ages 6-9

An illustrated storybook to help children understand and cope with loss and suicide

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What in My Head is Going On?

Ages 6-12

Suggestions for recognizing and normalizing feelings.

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Help Me Say Goodbye

Ages 7-9

Activities for helping kids cope and say goodbye when a special person dies

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Aunty Jane Knits Up a Storm

Ages 7-11

A story of healing through friendship, knitting, and community

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Jar of Tears

Ages 8-19

Christian-centered exploration of grief, faith, resilience, emotional depth, and families

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Grief Doodling

Ages 9-12

An insightful, book that helps tweens and teens express and process their grief through doodling

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