When Kids Are Grieving: Addressing Grief and Loss in School
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (733 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1629147761 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The author examines grief experiences at different developmental levels and illustrates how to:Respond appropriately to expressions of grief that are unique to children and adolescentsHelp students handle emotions associated with lossPromote communication and facilitate effective interventionsDetermine when to refer a child to a specialistRespect cultural attitudes toward loss and griefThis resource underscores the importance of understanding how children experience grief and loss and helps educators assist in ways that promote students’ emotional health and recovery.. Most students experience some form of loss in their lives, and the resulting grief can profoundly affect their academic performance, emotional stability, and social interactions. Serving both as a resource and workbook, this reader-friendly primer helps educators and school counselors understand and respond to the extraordinary challenges that children and adolescents may face when dealing with loss and grief.Featuring helpful charts, quotes, activities, case studies, reproducible handouts, and resources from national organizations, this sourcebook o
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When you read this book, you never forget that first and foremost we are fragile human beings. She teaches us to discover our own strengths as we mourn the people we have loved and lost.” (Katherine H. Voegtle, Professor of Educational Psychology 2009-09-21)"Donna Burns has written an important book for practicing professionals, especially school professionals involved with grieving children and young adults. "Burns provides an excellent, user-friendly guide to help school personnel navigate the tricky waters of child grief. Th
Great resource for parents, teachers and school staff I think that Donna Burns has written a wonderful resource for schools and parents. I am a grief educator, and Executive Director of Grief Speaks and provide workshops and presentations on helping grieving teens and children all over New Jersey, in schools as well as for conferences. I own many books on grief and loss in the lives of children and teens. I just bought this book, which is also like a workbook, and it will become one of. "A bit short" according to equanimity. The book is a decent introduction. But it's a bit short and I would have wished to read more about practical skills and procedures. The commented booklist at the end that involves several pages is superfluous; intead, the author should have added the necessary information herself.. Five Stars sassytec Great resource. I am a grief counselor. This is a great helpm