Understanding and Addressing Adolescent Grief Issues

by David Opalewski (2008, Nat. Center for Youth Issues, 24.95)
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Adolescents are not supposed to experience death. Although it should never happen, the harsh reality is that it does, and when it does, it is a terrible shock for the adolescent. Adolescent Grief will help you, as the caring adult, be a guide through this troubling time by helping you understand what the adolescent is going through and giving you comprehensive techniques to address the situation. This is a time when a caring, unassuming adult can make a positive difference in a young person by fostering growth and maturity. Grades 6-12. [8.5” x 11 ”...88 pages]

When a Friend Dies: A Book for Teens about Grieving & Healing

by Marilyn Gootman (2005, Free Spirit, 9.95)
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With a new Foreword by the lead singer of R.E.M., this revised edition of Gootman's helpful guide includes new resources and a new section on losing a friend through violence. Recommended for parents and teachers of teens who have experienced a painful loss. Photos. Grades 5-12. [5.5” x 8.5”...128 pages]

Healing a Teen's Grieving Heart: 100 Practical Ideas for Families, Friends, & Caregivers

by Alan Wolfelt (2001, Companion Press, 11.95)
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If you want to help a grieving teen but aren't sure how, this book offers 100 practical, realistic ideas and suggested ideas. Its simple, easy-to-use format makes it an ideal resource for parents, aunts and uncles, grandparents, teachers coaches, and others who want to help a teen in grief. Flip to any page and begin helping the grieving teen today. Grades 6-12. [5.5” x 8.5”...128 pages]

35 Ways to Help a Grieving Child

Edited (2004, Dougy Center, 10.95)
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Drawn from stories, suggestions and insight shared by children and their family members at the Dougy Center, this book explores behaviors and reactions of children at different ages and maturity levels. Explores outlets for children to safely express their thoughts and feelings; and ways to be supportive during difficult times, such as a memorial service, anniversary or holiday. The colorful children’s drawings about loss enhance the techniques. Grades K-8. [5.5” x 8.5”...51 pages]

A Student Dies, A School Mourns: Dealing with Death & Loss in the School Community

by Ralph Klicker (2000, Acc. Development, 27.95)
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A practical book that not only examines the common reactions of students and faculty to a death in the school community, but also provides schools with a systematic guide for developing a death-related crisis response plan. [6” x 9”...143 pages]

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