Books about Grief
The Memory Book & The Memory Box
When a child is experiencing grief, Joanna Rowland’s memory books, The Memory Box and The Memory Book, are a wonderful help.
Grief is hard at any age, but it is especially challenging for children.
Both of these books are for children and have their specific needs in mind.
However, the whole family can benefit from them.
The Memory Book
A Grief Journal for Children and Families
by Joanna Rowland
isbn 978-1506457819
Pub. date 1/14/20
Synopsis
The Memory Book helps grieving families process their emotions together by remembering their lost loved one and creating their own memory album full of photos and keepsakes of the person they lost.
With gentle prompts and ideas for journaling, drawing, and talking through grief, this journal will bring comfort in the midst of loss and be a keepsake for families for years to come.
The Memory Box
A Book About Grief
by Joanna Rowland
isbn 978-1506426723
Pub. date 9/27/17
Synopsis
From the perspective of a young child, Joanna Rowland artfully describes what it is like to remember and grieve a loved one who has died.
The child in the story creates a memory box to keep mementos and written memories of the loved one, to help in the grieving process.
Heartfelt and comforting, The Memory Box will help children and adults talk about this very difficult topic together.
The unique point of view allows the reader to imagine the loss of any they have loved – a friend, family member, or even a pet.
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Nancy says
I think these items would be helpful for families and children.
vera wilson says
Nice to have on hand when a little ones omes to visit.
Lynda Cook says
This is perfect for young ones to grieve in their own way and to collect their favourite pictures and items of their loved ones
monique s says
What a special book to help those grieving
Kim M. says
Great idea for little ones.
Carolyn G says
looks like a cute idea
Shirley says
This is fantastic to have for grieving
Lori Padgett says
This looks like a great book for little ones.
clydia DeFreese says
People who work with children are always looking for appropriate books to use. I think these would be excellent choices. I’d like to have copies in my library. Thanks for the sweeps.
Tony Platz says
T6his would be a great book for my sister in laws daycare it can help when the little ones need it most .
Alanna says
My grandpa has palliative cancer, and I’ve been trying to think about how to explain it to my 3 year old when the inevitable happens. This looks like a great way to help her work through there loss.
Valerie Mitchell says
Alanna – Very sorry to hear about your grandpa.
Veronica M. says
This is a really great book to have for children
Leela says
Thanks for the giveaway!
Jeannie says
First time on site and really like it. I will be a regular. Thanks!
Darlene Carbajal says
I love this.
Linda says
It’s so important to have picture books like this that deal with tough subjects for young children.
Vickie L Couturier says
i would have loved to have one of these when my dad passed,my daughter was 11 and they were really very close
Sabine B says
Beautifully done.
Frank says
Thanks for the giveaway,
Thomas Gibson says
My niece would like this.
Wanda B says
What a great gift this would be!
Wanda B says
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Ken Ohl says
think my little niece would love these
Tina says
I love this giveaway. We lost my mom 2 years ago. I think this would be great for my daughter and for her to share with her daughter,
Cassandra D says
This is a great grief journal to have.
Lily Kwan says
This book set looks very interesting. Thanks for sharing!
ger says
This would be very helpful.