Summary

Each page of this book is a different topic, such as: it's okay to cry, it's okay to ask questions, it's not your fault, give it time. Within each of the themes, the child's feelings are explored. On the page that explores crying, it says "You might feel you are too big to cry. You're not. You might even notice yourself crying at things that didn't use to bother you -- a shoe that won't tie, a toy that breaks, homework that seems too hard. Talk to someone you trust about these feelings. Tell yourself its okay to cry when you're sad. You have a good reason."

Quotes

The last page titled, Give It Time: "It takes time to feel better after someone you love has died. Give your heart time to heal. Someday -- maybe soon -- you will feel better. It won't hurt so much. You will never forget your loved one, who will always have a special place in your heart. But when you think of him or her, you will think of the good things and the happy times you had together."

General Themes

Working through a loss

What the Reviewer Liked

I liked that it pertained to all loss and how much it emphasized and encouraged talking to adults and friends. I also liked the format of the book, separate topics and concerns and then on each page it acknowledged the child's potential feelings and then how to help them. For instance, " The first year after someone dies is especially hard. You will wish your loved one could be there at family times and holidays. Share your memories of happy times. Do something special, like putting a special ornament on the Christmas tree to honor your loved one."

Writing Style

Author Qualifications

Mundy has a degree in elementary education and graduate degrees in school and community counseling. Currently she's working as a high school guidance counselor.

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