Close to My Heart

About the Book: When a family member or close friend dies, it is difficult for children to express their feelings. It can also be difficult for caring adults to know how to support grieving children. This is a workbook for children that gently guides them through the grieving process. It has colorful illustrations and simple exercises which allow them to explore their feelings, offering positive guidance that their feelings are normal and that they will feel better with time. Written by a pediatrician and her daughter (who experienced loss at age ten), this book helps guide and comfort children dealing with one of life’s most challenging issues.