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Using stories and activities can be a really good way to explore issues with a child who has been bereaved. 

We have created a list of books which we have found helpful when working with bereaved children, young people and their families.  There are also textbooks and reference sources for people working in the area of child bereavement.

Please click on the following categories for further information

Books for families bereaved through murder

Resources and activities to help adults build confidence about how to help children and young people manage the difficulties and complexities that surround a death in these circumstances. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for adults supporting a bereaved child

Offering insights into how a child feels when someone important in their life dies and suggestions about how you can help them cope with their grief in an open and positive way. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books about the death of a new baby

There are few books on this subject, but we offer a couple of ideas that include activities and reassurance for younger children. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for families bereaved through suicide

Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for families when someone is seriously ill

Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Other helpful books (not directly about death)

There are a number of books that do not directly deal with death or bereavement but may help the reader face difficult feelings. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for age 13 to 16 years

Helpful and insightful books and resources specifically designed for teenagers as they navigate this issue during a very difficult time in their lives. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 9th February, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for age 9 to 12 years

Resources to support you and your family talk openly about the subject of death as children advance towards their teenage years. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for age 5 to 8 years

A selection of books to help you talk about the difficult subject of death as their understanding of the situation develops. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Kate Baxter

Books for children under 5

A range of books using age appropriate language and themes to help you explore the difficult and emotional subject of death with young children. Click here

Published: 22nd April, 2020

Updated: 2nd September, 2021

Author: Kate Baxter

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