CHILDREN ARE NOT PAPER DOLLS. . . a visit with bereaved siblings It is the nature of grief that at a time when all of the strings should pull together, they seem to twist and turn in opposing directions leaving spouses unable to help each other and parents unable to help their children. Thus, the saying, "children are the forgotten mourners." This book consist of about 80 drawings and direct quotes by bereaved children relating to feelings about funerals, school, family, holidays and friends. It will help children understand that they are not alone in their feelings of grief, and that grieving is a normal and necessary process. The feelings in this book are common for any loss of an important person in a child's life. Parents are encouraged to read this book together with their children to strengthen communication about feelings of grief within the bereaved family. This book has sold successfully in the U.S. and abroad for the past 15 years. Price: $11.00 (includes p&h) Postage will vary if not in the U.S. Age: Two years and up Copyright: 1982 Endorsements: American Medical News The Amencan Funeral Director Chicago Sun Times Houston Chronicle Rabbi Earl A. Grollman
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