About This Book
When Dinosaurs Die is a compassionate and straightforward guide designed to help children aged 4-11 navigate the complex topic of death. Through simple language and relatable dinosaur characters, it explains what death means, the various feelings children might experience, and different ways families and cultures mourn and remember loved ones. The book covers concepts like funerals, cremation, and the idea of a spirit, offering a secular and inclusive approach. It aims to normalize grief and provide comfort, making it an invaluable tool for parents and educators to open conversations about loss.
The authors explain in simple language the feelings people may have regarding the death of a loved one and the ways to honor the memory of someone who has died.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What are some of the feelings the dinosaurs in the book had when someone died? Have you ever felt those feelings?
2
The book talks about different ways people remember someone who has died. What are some ways you might want to remember a loved one?
3
What questions do you have about death or saying goodbye?
4
How can we show kindness and support to someone who is feeling sad because a loved one has died?
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