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~ (Author) "A pet can be a very important part of your life..." (more)
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In this useful book from the First Experience series, the affable star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood helps children share feelings of the loss of a pet while offering reassurance that grieving is a natural, healing thing to do. A sensitive and sensible first book about death. -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Filled with warmth and reassurance,...When a Pet Dies assures youngsters that no matter how badly they feel when they lose a pet, in time their hurt will ease, and they will be able to remember with fondness the happiness they shared. -- Booklist Fred Rogers and Jim Judkis live in Pittsburgh, PA.

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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Putnam Juvenile (April 13, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0698116666
  • ISBN-13: 978-0698116665
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 7.7 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #169,161 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #25 in  Books > Health, Mind & Body > Death & Grief > Pet Loss
    #30 in  Books > Children's Books > People & Places > Social Issues > Death & Dying > Nonfiction
    #37 in  Books > Children's Books > Animals > Pets > Nonfiction

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4.0 out of 5 stars Helps the very young child understand the death of a pet., June 16, 2001
By Carol Watkins "Psychiatrist" (Baltimore, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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Many children have experienced the death of a pet. This can be their first experience with grief and can help shape how they deal with later experiences with loss. This illustrated book deals with a child's feelings about the loss of a beloved pet. Mr. Rogers is sensitive but clear and direct when he explains the finality of death. This book can also be used to initiate a conversation about the death of a relative in a less threatening way. The parent may want to read the book as well to help explain it to the child.

Carol E. Watkins, M.D.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for every Vet Practice, February 11, 2007
This is an excellent book to give to famalies that have just lost a pet and have young children in the family. It helps the Mother &/or Father explain to the younger members why the circle of life happens. It helps to explain the pain, the anger and then healing. I think that it also helps the parents too - it builds a foundation of communication and trust. I highly recommend this publication.
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3.0 out of 5 stars a very direct approach, January 9, 2001
While I found this book to be a good tool to discuss the loss of a pet with my 7 year old. I was a bit shocked at the directness of the issue at hand. It did bring forward the emotions that we were all feeling with the loss. This book however, does allow the child to greive and know that what they are feeling is "normal" and crying is okay. This was well done in the typical manner of "Mr. Rogers" he got me through alot as a child and now is helping me with my children.
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3.0 out of 5 stars OK but not Great
This was an OK book, but not quite what I expected for the child. There must be other books out there that give a better example and a bit more compassion for the childs feelings... Read more
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The gentle style of Fred Rogers is continued in this book for young children who need help expressing grief over the death of a loved pet. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Mr. Rogers is the best !!
Mr. Rogers is the best at dealing with real life situations: honest, caring, comforting.
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I purchased this for two young friends, boys: 6 and 10

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4.0 out of 5 stars Mr Rogers' book, "When a Pet Dies"
"When a Pet Dies" is a book intended to help children understand and cope with the death of a favorite pet. I believe it does. Read more
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