Goodbyes Are Hard: A Kids' Book on Grief and Loss

· Baker Books
Ebook
32
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Tools
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This book will become available on April 20, 2027. You will not be charged until it is released.

About this ebook

It's hard to say goodbye to the people and pets we love. The bigger we love, the harder the goodbye is.

In this hope-filled picture book, trusted therapist Sissy Goff tells the story of losing a little dog named Lucy, creating space for children facing loss to discover the comforting surprises that God brings as he meets them in their sadness.

When a child encounters their first grief in the loss of a family member or beloved pet, those feelings can be confusing and overwhelming. Goodbyes Are Hard helps kids ages 3 to 8 give words to those feelings and to discover that there is hope on the other side of their loss. Helpful conversation starters encourage children to share more about what they're feeling, which not only allows them to process their emotions, but also sets the stage for children to welcome the joy, healing, and love to come.

Based on Goff's experience of more than three decades sitting with kids through all kinds of loss and grief, this gentle book creates an opportunity for loved ones to connect in a caring way with a grieving child.
It's hard to say goodbye to the people and pets we love. The bigger we love, the harder the goodbye is. In this hope-filled picture book, trusted therapist Sissy Goff tells the story of losing a little dog named Lucy, creating space for children facing loss to discover the comforting surprises ...

About the author

Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, is executive director of Daystar Counseling Ministries and author of the New York Times bestseller Capable and other popular books including Raising Worry-Free Girls and Lucy Learns to Be Brave. She's a sought-after speaker and cohost of the nationally recognized podcast Raising Boys and Girls. Learn more at RaisingBoysAndGirls.com.

Silvia Provantini has illustrated children's books for major Italian and international publishers, including Usborne, Grimm Press, and Rizzoli. She lives in Milan, Italy. Learn more at SilviaProvantini.com.
Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, is executive director of Daystar Counseling Ministries and author of the New York Times bestseller Capable and other popular books including Raising Worry-Free Girls and Lucy Learns to Be Brave. She's a sought-after speaker and cohost of the nationally recognized podcast Rai...

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