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About Dying: An Open Family Book for Parents and Children Together

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Dying or many other troubling subjects that parents will, (hopefully) eventually broach with their children, the amazing psychology collective behind Open Books brings us About Dying. I first came across this book at age 18 and while reading the child only entrys, found myself in tears. Later given to me as a gift, I had time to peruse the literature and found the message both stunning and relevant. With entries for both children and adults, About Dying explores the nature of death, the varying reactions to be expected as well as how some of us cope, whether through anger, fear or looking forward to the future. About Dying is an invaluable asset to any family facing the current battles of cancer, heart disease or any natural event that can leave a child shaken and unable to express their feelings. This book encourages communication between parent and child as well as reflection for the parent. A complete emotional package, I would recommend this book for anyone facing death, be it with a child or on their own.

I love that this book puts death in very concrete, easy to understand terms for young children, starting with their common experiences and graduating up to the death of a family member. It has a lovely way of explaining the various reactions people have to grief (children and adults alike). It also has information for parents alongside the charming story for young children.