Honest, caring words and hands-on activities to help kids accept and grow through the loss of a beloved pet. Why did this happen? How do I feel? What can I do? What happens next? The death of a pet is often a child's first encounter with grief. How your child learns to cope through this experience may affect his or her attitude into adulthood. Drawing on concepts from psychology and a broad multifaith perspective, this supportive workbook provides a sensitive and practical resource that will help children ages 7 to 13 cope with the death of a beloved animal. Children can write, draw, read, create and express feelings via concrete, hands-on activities including: Becoming a Memory Detective to piece together clues to remember their pet Planning a memorial service and making a pet memorial Recording photo memories of their pet Honoring their pet's memory by giving to others Open and gentle, this book will help your child--and you as the parent--understand difficult concepts and communicate deep feelings as your child grows through this personal season of mourning.

Affirming a pet owner's struggle with grief when his or her pet dies, this book helps mourners understand why their feelings are so strong and helps them overcome the loss. Included are practical suggestions for mourning and ideas for remembering and memorializing one's pet. Among the issues covered are understanding the many emotions experienced after the death of a pet; understanding why grief for pets is unique; pet funerals and burial or cremation; celebrating and remembering the life of one's pet; coping with feelings about euthanasia; helping children understand the death of their pet; and things to keep in mind before getting another pet.

Losing a pet is heartbreaking for all the family, but can be particularly difficult for a child. This book will help any child who is grieving for a family pet who has died. The book allows them to fill in all the information they like about their pet, and has plenty of room for pictures- either drawn or to stick in photographs. The book will help the child recall happy memories about their time with their pet. Parents can help the child fill the book in if needed. Children can fill in as much or as little of the book as they like, and at their own pace. Sections of the book include: Me and My Pet My Pet's Favourite Things To Do My Favourite Things To Do With My Pet My Pet's Favourite Food and Treats The Silliest Things My Pet Did The Naughtiest Things My Pet Did Why My Pet Wouldn't Want Me To Be Sad Using the book will help the child as they grieve for their lost pet by helping them recall happy memories which they can record. The final section, Why My Pet Wouldn't Want Me To Be Sad will prompt the child to think about why they don't have to stay sad forever. Children will be able to look at the book whenever they like in the future which makes it a lovely keepsake, and also reassures the child that the pet will never be forgotten. Makes a thoughtful gift for any child who has lost a pet. The book is 7" x 9" in size, so large enough for a child to have plenty of room to write, but small enough to be stored or carried easily. The book has 22 prompted pages, giving plenty of scope for the child to write what they would like, but not so big that it overwhelms them. Each prompted page has a blank page behind- meaning no worrying about bleed through if they draw a picture, or giving extra room for writing or pictures. Please use the Look Inside function to ensure you are happy with the format and style of the book. About The Author This book was created to help the Author's children when one of the family pets sadly died. The children were worried that they would forget their pet. The book meant that they could record their memories of the pet so that he wouldn't be forgotten, and helped the children remember their happiest memories of him. The Author also works in Education and writes children's story books.

Fetch a pencil, curl up with your pup, and unleash your thoughts with this keepsake journal for devoted dog lovers. No matter how long you’ve had your pet or how old he or she is, now is the perfect time to begin recording your adventures together and highlighting what makes your dog the best dog ever. With loads of fun questions like, What makes your pup’s tail wag? Who’s your pup’s best four-legged friend? What are his or her secret talents? and What was the last thing your dog did to make you laugh? you’ll enjoy writing down everything you know and love about your furry bestie. · More than 150 prompts and multiple-choice questions to guide you along · Funny and inspiring dog quotes, plus colorful art on every page! · Room to add all of your favorite photos · Create a keepsake to preserve your memories · Pay tribute to your four-legged friend and all the ways he or she makes life better

A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog's journey after a happy life on Earth. In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog. Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, Dog Heaven not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man's best friend. The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving.

This gentle and heartwarming story captures the love between a boy and his dog, and the sadness that follows after his cherished dog passes away. Written in the form of a letter from the dog to the boy, the letter shares relatable, real life examples of how the boy (and therefore anybody who has lost a dear pet) may be feeling and suggestions on what he can do to help himself get through this most difficult time. The letter also touches on simple acts of kindness that can follow the reader throughout his or her lifetime. The message in this story is applicable to young and old, girl or boy, and to any family pet that has stolen your heart. Story starters, drawing pages, and a place to add pictures of your own beloved pet are also included in the back of the book. "This sweet and meaningful book is sure to support the whole family. The author has taken care to capture what it's like for a child to lose a friend and impart a message of hope." --Kathleen Cooney, Veterinarian and end of life specialist "Dear Brave Friend is a beautiful way to talk with children about pet loss. The story line and illustrations are powerful tools that give a child's heart permission to know that they might feel a certain way, and it's perfectly acceptable. Coupled with the practical workbook at the end, this book has it all--not only for children and parents, but for all ages! This is a "highly recommend" read for every pet lover!" --Coleen A. Ellis, Pet Loss Pioneer Two Hearts Pet Loss Center

Because our relationships with our animal companions are unlike human relationships, the death of a pet is like no other loss that we will experience. Draws on the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, the author's own experience, and interviews with dozens of pet lovers to guide the reader through the initial loss of a pet to the dawning of new hope and reassurance.