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Great Answers to Difficult Questions about Death

by Linda Goldman

Book Details

Publisher:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:2009
Pages:112
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Why do people die?. Where is heaven?. Will I die too? What happens to me?. Death is never an easy subject for discussion and adults can have difficulty finding the right words when talking about it with children. This book explores children's thoughts and feelings on the subject and provides parents and other caring adults with guidance on how to respond to difficult questions. The author covers some of the common questions that children ask about death and provides sensitive yet candid answers

Our Review

This essential guide tackles the profound questions children ask about mortality with remarkable sensitivity and clarity, addressing everything from "Why do people die?" to "What happens after death?" Linda Goldman provides parents and caregivers with thoughtful, age-appropriate language to navigate these challenging conversations, transforming a daunting subject into an opportunity for connection and understanding. The book directly confronts children's most common fears and curiosities about death, offering a structured yet compassionate framework for discussing loss.

What sets this resource apart is its dual focusβ€”it validates children's emotional experiences while simultaneously equipping adults with the precise vocabulary and psychological insight needed to respond effectively. The author's candid yet gentle approach demystifies death without oversimplifying, making it particularly valuable for families facing imminent loss or helping children process grief. This book becomes an indispensable tool for transforming fear into understanding, providing a lasting resource for one of life's most difficult conversations.

Themes

Family & Relationships

Subjects

Family & Relationships