Grief Resources

Explore books, poems, guides, and helpful links to support you and your family in moments of reflection and healing.

“A heart that’s broke is a heart that’s been loved.”

— Ed Sheeran

Deeply empathetic reflections and healing practices from a renowned grief scholar.
A powerful continuation of grief theory focused on meaning-making.
Daily comfort and coping suggestions; helpful for long-term grief maintenance.
Practical and emotional support, especially for sudden or unexpected losses.
A compassionate, modern grief guide validating deep loss without forcing “moving on.”
The classic exploration of grief and the 5 stages, widely used by professionals.
A structured, action-oriented approach widely used in grief programs.
Neuroscience-based understanding of grief and why it affects us so deeply.
Research-based perspective on resilience, challenging old grief myths.
Gentle, accessible guidance with healing principles and reflective exercises.

A guided journal that allows teens to write, draw, and reflect—excellent for self-expression and counseling programs.
Evidence-informed, activity-focused guide that empowers kids and gives parents/caregivers concrete tools.
Practical and approachable, offering 100 ideas to help teens express emotions and find healthy coping outlets. Frequently used by hospice and school counselors.
One of the most respected resources for adults supporting grieving teens; widely cited by schools and hospices for its insight and practical strategies.
Blends teen stories with psychology-based coping skills, making it relatable and validating for adolescents.
A timeless metaphor story that gently explains life cycles and loss; good for a broad developmental range.
A compassionate, straightforward guide addressing the complex emotions and situations teens face after a loss.
Universal, comforting message about continued connection; works for all ages, faith backgrounds, and types of loss.
Gentle, supportive tone that helps children process feelings and remember loved ones; widely used by grief counselors.
A practical, straight-forward explanation of death and grief for kids; very helpful for younger children and families needing simple language.

A compassionate guide for parents and caregivers explaining how children experience grief and ways to support them through it.
A creative, art-based workbook that gives children a safe space to express thoughts and emotions surrounding loss, change, and grief.
A gentle, illustrated story that helps children understand death, say goodbye, and explore their feelings about loss.
A practical and trusted guide offering insight into how children grieve differently and providing strategies for caregivers to offer comfort and stability.
An engaging journaling resource using prompts and drawings to help children process grief and build emotional resilience.
A companion resource offering comfort and clear language for children facing the death of someone close, emphasizing love and remembrance.
A multimedia kit featuring Sesame Street characters to help young children understand death and express feelings through videos, stories, and activities.
An interactive workbook that helps children understand serious illness in loved ones through drawing and discussion, encouraging expression and reducing fear.
A caregiver-friendly booklet explaining how children process loss at different ages and how adults can offer reassurance and support.
A collaborative workbook with activities that encourage honest communication and emotional expression between children and their caregivers after a loss.

“Those we love live on as long as we remember them.”