WHAT IS DEATH? addresses children s natural curiosity about this difficult subject. Introducing the concept of death with examples of customs and beliefs from different religions and cultures, the book also allows the reader to reflect on themes of tolerance, identity and generosity. Reality-based and using a gentle and comforting tone, WHAT IS DEATH? takes an honest approach and encourages children to embrace the positive in life. In its 7th edition, this book has become a standard part of many grief and loss counselor s professional resources.
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WHAT IS DEATH? is inspirational in the best sense and exceptionally readable, for people of all ages, it is a gem to be treasured. --Dr. Earl. A. Grollman, Founder, National Center for Death Education, Author LIVING WHEN A LOVED ONE HAS DIED
WHAT IS DEATH? is a clear, open and non-judgmental guide for exploring the greatest mystery of our lives. --Frank Ostaseski, Founder, Zen Hospice Project, San Francisco
WHAT IS DEATH? is a sensitive book, one that should help parents explore and discuss death with their children. --Dr. Kenneth J. Doka, Pres, Assoc. for Death Education and Counseling, Author, Children Mourning, Mourning Children
WHAT IS DEATH? is a clear, open and non-judgmental guide for exploring the greatest mystery of our lives. --Frank Ostaseski, Founder, Zen Hospice Project, San Francisco
WHAT IS DEATH? is a sensitive book, one that should help parents explore and discuss death with their children. --Dr. Kenneth J. Doka, Pres, Assoc. for Death Education and Counseling, Author, Children Mourning, Mourning Children
About the Author
Etan Boritzer writes best selling books for children (ages 5 - 11) on character education, social values and the BIG questions which children ask about life. He believes as Audrey Hepburn said while Director of UNICEF: Children are the only hope; His books are translated into 6 languages and have been widely praised by numerous parents magazines, national newspapers and professional and educational reviews. He has written books for children on topics such as self-esteem, grief and loss, bullying, ethics and tolerance.
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for discussing a difficult topic,
This review is from: What Is Death (Paperback)
Simple illustrations, like a child's colorful drawings, fill the pages of this book. The book asks questions as a child might - what is death, what happens to the body when we die, why does everyone want to know about death, what happens to the inside of a person (their funny stories, feelings, thoughts, ideas, love) when they dies?The answsers are sensible. Boritzer talks about what different cultures do with the body, different beliefs of the soul and afterlife (including people who belief nothing happens), what death might be as seen by different people, and how making life meaningful now can help a person's memory live on. Not a book about grieving, with no definite answers, this is a good book to keep on the bookshelf for the time when the questions will be raised by your child.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Sensitive and Simple Approach to Death for Children,
This review is from: What Is Death? (What Is? Life Concepts Series) (Hardcover)
I read this book to my 2 young children (ages 4 and 6) and they were not "scared" as they originally thought they would be. The simple language and the clear thoughts presented, along with the colorful and whimsical illustrations, opened up a lively discussion between my children and myself. Obviously, no one can truly answer these questions but the author gives examples from different cultures and religions and that takes the fear out of this very difficult topic. I recommended the book to another friend who just had a serious bereavement issue with her child and she was equally impressed.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Contemplating,
By Two Cappuccinos "twocappuccinos" (USA (CT)) - See all my reviews
This review is from: What Is Death (Paperback)
This is not for ages 4-8 . My 6 year old didn't understand anything I was reading. It did not explain death to a young child. It did not have the answer to the question. It was more of an education on different customs and beliefs pertaining to death. I bought it to be prepared to explain death to my child in the event a loved one passed. When a loved one did pass a friend bought 2 books for my daughter. Both were very helpful. 1. The Fall of Freddie the Leaf 2. Waterbugs and Dragonflies: Explaining Death to Young Children
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