Yuma Public Library

Grieving kids will have a friendly and loving guide to help them cope with loss.

The young people interviewed in this book speak openly and candidly about the effects that a sucide had on them and on their friends and family members.

Explores the feelings of frustration, sadness, and loneliness that a youngster may feel when a pet dies.

Having and taking care of a pet is a special part of life. Pets often bring us joy when we're happy and comfort when we're sad. Unfortunately, no matter how well we take care of our pets, like all living things, they'll eventually die. The death of a pet hurts, but it's something all pet owners experience. This book offers gentle explanations of tough concepts such as euthanasia and cremation to help a child understand a pet's passing. It also discusses...

"This is not an easy book, but it is important. Saying goodbye to a pet who has died comes with lots of big emotions. This book encourages kids to ask questions, talk about what they miss most, and find special ways to remember their pet. And above all, to know the bond they've created will stay with them always, even after they say goodbye"--Back cover.