The Slow Sunset: Helping Little Hearts Cope With Grief

When someone we love becomes seriously ill, children often experience confusing feelings long before a goodbye happens.The Slow Sunset is a compassionate children's grief book designed to help young readers understand anticipatory grief and cope with the emotions that come when a parent, grandparent or loved one is living with a serious or terminal illness.Told through the eyes of Shane, a young boy watching his dad slowly change through illness, this gentle story helps children understand that grief can begin before death and that their feelings are valid, normal and important.This book gently explores:Anticipatory grief and preparing for changeBig emotions including sadness, anger and confusionThe impact of illness on the whole familyMissing the things that used to be normalFinding comfort in love, memories and connectionUnderstanding that grief can begin before a lossChildren will learn:It is okay to feel worried, sad or angryHow to talk about difficult emotionsWays to stay connected with loved ones during illnessHow memories can bring comfortThat love remains constant even when circumstances changeIncludes The Slow Sunset ToolkitChildren will discover simple activities designed to help them process emotions and feel supported, including:The Sunset Jar memory activityThe North Star reflection toolPractical coping strategiesConversation prompts for familiesEmotional wellbeing exercisesIdeal for:Families facing serious or terminal illnessParents supporting a grieving childPrimary schools and teachersSchool counsellors and therapistsBereavement and family support organisationsChildren experiencing anticipatory griefThe Slow Sunset offers comfort, understanding and reassurance for children navigating one of life's most challenging experiences. It reminds young readers that even when life is changing, love remains a constant source of strength and hope.Written by Wayne Hutchinson & Nadeen Swaby of Handle My AffairsHelping families navigate grief, loss, bereavement and life's most difficult moments with compassion, understanding and practical support.

Pagina's: 78, Paperback, Success Publications Sar