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Oct 23, 2018 NayDoubleU rated it it was amazing At work (Amazon books) and noticed this book, started reading it and ended it crying on the floor. This book is so beautiful and heart warming. Although it's a tough subject, it's absolutely a topic that should be discussed and it was discussed in such a hopeful manner. Beyond beautiful. I hope the author continues to write books for the early childhood education years on tough subjects and the illustrations were amazing as well,they gave a very mellow calming vibe and that was beautiful in its At work (Amazon books) and noticed this book, started reading it and ended it crying on the floor. This book is so beautiful and heart warming. Although it's a tough subject, it's absolutely a topic that should be discussed and it was discussed in such a hopeful manner. Beyond beautiful. I hope the author continues to write books for the early childhood education years on tough subjects and the illustrations were amazing as well,they gave a very mellow calming vibe and that was beautiful in its self ...more
Aug 19, 2020 Lizzie Stewart rated it really liked it A solid book about one way a child might maintain a connection with a deceased loved one, The Memory Box introduces the idea of gathering cherished memories and keeping them in a box. While this book is not quite as expansive as others on the topic, it is a very practical, hands on contribution to the selection of books about grief for children. I will definitely use this book as a foray into therapeutic activities in my work with children.
#FirstLine ~I lost my balloon once. A must for families to help young ones dealing with and processing grief and loss. I work in emergency victim services and cannot wait to incorporate this book and journal into resources for the families we service. This book is not only beautifully written, but also beautifully illustrated. The book and journal duo is a great way for families to come together and celebrate and remember those we have loved and
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Oct 03, 2017 Pam Mooney rated it it was amazing A lovely book with kind words and beautiful illustrations. Written with love and compassion for the child who may be reading. I have little girls in my life who lost their mom at a young age and I can see how this book would be so beneficial to a child going through grief. It reinforces and may say differently what they are hearing from their parent or guardian. Also nice to have in their room or special place where they can read. I can see this book being a gift from a teacher, classmate, gran, A lovely book with kind words and beautiful illustrations. Written with love and compassion for the child who may be reading. I have little girls in my life who lost their mom at a young age and I can see how this book would be so beneficial to a child going through grief. It reinforces and may say differently what they are hearing from their parent or guardian. Also nice to have in their room or special place where they can read. I can see this book being a gift from a teacher, classmate, gran, or anyone who wants to give comfort to a child. A very special treasure. ...more
Beautiful story and gorgeous illustrations. It's the perfect gift for a child grieving the loss of a parent, grandparent, sibling, or even a beloved pet. Beautiful story and gorgeous illustrations. It's the perfect gift for a child grieving the loss of a parent, grandparent, sibling, or even a beloved pet. ...more
Dec 02, 2019 Kris rated it really liked it This is helpful as a resource for grieving kids, and although it says it is from a Christian perspective, the religious elements are pretty innocuous and wouldn't make the majority of secular people uncomfortable. I found it to be a good balance of spiritual, but without an agenda. This is helpful as a resource for grieving kids, and although it says it is from a Christian perspective, the religious elements are pretty innocuous and wouldn't make the majority of secular people uncomfortable. I found it to be a good balance of spiritual, but without an agenda. ...more
Oct 08, 2017 Tara rated it liked it Good concept but not a fan of releasing balloons as a way to remember loved ones. This practice is awful for the environment.
This is a story with a powerful message to children of loss and grief. This book gives children ways to cope and remember their lost loved ones and how to keep them in your memory for a lifetime. I'd use this book for children who have lost loved ones, so that they can read it and feel like they are not alone. Children will be able to learn some coping mechanisms that they may not have thought of before, which will help children who are dealing with loss and grief deal with it in healthy, proper This is a story with a powerful message to children of loss and grief. This book gives children ways to cope and remember their lost loved ones and how to keep them in your memory for a lifetime. I'd use this book for children who have lost loved ones, so that they can read it and feel like they are not alone. Children will be able to learn some coping mechanisms that they may not have thought of before, which will help children who are dealing with loss and grief deal with it in healthy, proper ways. ...more
Jul 12, 2019 Lillian rated it it was amazing This book is an excellent book to use for a beginning conversation on grief. I have made memory boxes to give to someone grieving. Having a child make a memory box is a special hands-on project that allows the child to have a conversation, time for reflection, and a
keepsake in which to add more memories - new ones and old. When I meet with grieving children, I find that when they are distracted with an activity they are likely to open up. And then there are times when it allows them to "be" and When I meet with grieving children, I find that when they are distracted with an activity they are likely to open up. And then there are times when it allows them to "be" and not be pressured to engage. Creativity is a good tool to use when healing hearts. The heart of the individual can be freely expressed without judgment or expectation. A child often has difficulty
expressing themselves. They have questions that are hard to articulate. The number one question is often "what do I do with my feelings"? Even though they may not express it as such. The memory box gives them a physical space to place feelings and memories that raise questions about their feelings. Will I always feel sad? Is it okay to be happy? And even helping when the time comes they have moments when they feel alarmed they have forgotten the loved one or a particular memory. Each page
has simply statements that any child can relate to give them pause for thought. It can give them comfort that other children have had the same feelings. And finally, it's a good book for anyone to read who is looking for insight into what children may be thinking and feeling when living with a loss.
May 21, 2018 Ember Air rated it it was amazing This was beyond amazing. The concepts in this book are explained on a level that most young children will be able to understand, and most adults will be able to implement. The book is worded in such as way as to never actually say who the person who passed was in relation to the girl, so it is very universal on that front. There is a section at the back of the book that made me so happy, it is a section where a professional explains the coping patterns of children, and the ways that adults can h This was beyond amazing. The concepts in this book are explained on a level that most young children will be able to understand, and most adults will be able to implement. The book is worded in such as way as to never actually say who the person who passed was in relation to the girl, so it is very universal on that front. There is a section at the back of the book that made me so happy, it is a section where a professional explains the coping patterns of children, and the ways that adults can help them. As an adult reading for children, this book was very informative; as an adult reading to read, this book had me in tears. It gave me ideas on how to handle some of my own sorrows, which is pretty awesome. ...more
Jan 22, 2018 Erin rated it it was amazing I won this book in a giveaway and I can't believe I waited this long to read it! (To be fair, it's been a couple of busy semesters.) The girl's journey through her loss was really touching. It's a great look at how the loss of a loved one can change our lives and how we can actively remember and celebrate them, even while missing them. The collages are beautiful, full of colorful textures that just gave a soft and comforting vibe. Great book and I'd recommend it to others :) I won this book in a giveaway and I can't believe I waited this long to read it! (To be fair, it's been a couple of busy semesters.) The girl's journey through her loss was really touching. It's a great look at how the loss of a loved one can change our lives and how we can actively remember and celebrate them, even while missing them. The collages are beautiful, full of colorful textures that just gave a soft and comforting vibe. Great book and I'd recommend it to others :) ...more
Sep 07, 2019 Sandy Brehl rated it really liked it A gently structured story of a young person using a memory box device to gather and recall and share various memory-triggers for a loved one who has passed. The concept translate well to the specific activity, but also to the various (and universal) feelings of loss, worries about additional loss of memories, and the soothing/healing effects of time.
Sep 28, 2017 Tracie rated it really liked it A young child is afraid they will forget someone who has died.
Nov 02, 2020 Kaylee Mouser rated it it was amazing
This book is about dealing with loss. It's from a child perspective. This young girl fears that she will forget her grandmother. She fears that the memory will fade. But, she then realizes that she can make a memory box. This girl walks about day by day collecting things that remind her of her grandmother. This way her memory will never fade. Some days are good for the girl, other days she is sad. I love how realistic this book is, the process of
grieving isnt easy and this book shows the little This book is about dealing with loss. It's from a child perspective. This young girl fears that she will forget her grandmother. She fears that the memory will fade. But, she then realizes that she can make a memory box. This girl walks about day by day collecting things that remind her of her grandmother. This way her memory will never fade. Some days are good for the girl, other days she is sad. I
love how realistic this book is, the process of grieving isnt easy and this book shows the little things you can do to make it easier. Like thinking about the special times with your loved one, and to keep doing those things.. Because this way the memory keeps living. I also think the illustrations are amazing, they show perspective. It's got illustrations in birds eye view looking down on the girl. It's also got texture, you can see and feel how warm the grandmother's knitted blanket was in the
picture. You can see the girl is happy on the sunny days, and see that she is not so good on the gloomy days. Overall, this book is sad, but it's realistic. And a suffering child might really benefit from hearing that other people have gone through and overcome the sadness that comes with losing someone.
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Oct 13, 2017 Erin Buhr rated it really liked it Children experiencing grief is an especially tricky and
emotional process. This story explores the questions of Will I forget my loved one? and What do I do with my feelings? It carefully deals with a child’s feelings of wanting to remember their loved one but also needing to move on with life. The emotions are raw and deep, but so too is the hope and love. I especially enjoyed the layered and textured illustrations that add an intriguing depth and beauty to the book. Don’t miss the helpful afte Children
experiencing grief is an especially tricky and emotional process. This story explores the questions of Will I forget my loved one? and What do I do with my feelings? It carefully deals with a child’s feelings of wanting to remember their loved one but also needing to move on with life. The emotions are raw and deep, but so too is the hope and love. I especially enjoyed the layered and textured illustrations that add an intriguing depth and beauty to the book. Don’t miss the helpful afterward by
a hospital chaplain that specializes in helping children and families deal with grief. I think this book would be helpful for children and families experiencing a loss. *I received a review copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
When children experience grief from the loss of a loved one, they need a way to channel their feelings. If they
worry, have fear or are lonely because they will miss the loved one, parents and guardians can help a child with these feelings by creating a memory box. Putting together a memory box will help the child create a space where favorite pictures and objects can be kept. This beautifully illustrated book shares a story of a young girl experiencing the grief of losing a loved one. Parents c This beautifully illustrated book shares a story of a young girl experiencing the grief of losing a loved one. Parents can sit down with a child to help them understand and
cope with their feelings. The back pages share more tools and resources to help families.
Apr 22, 2020 Laura rated it it was amazing This gentle book with touching illustrations feels like a comforting hug. A child worries that she will forget her deceased loved one (only referred to as 'you' so the reader can think of their specific relative or friend). Gathering memories in a special box helps her process her grief and this activity is a tangible takeaway for families looking for grief support. Backmatter provides caregivers with suggestions for helping children with their grief. A companion journal is also now available: T This gentle book with touching illustrations feels like a comforting hug. A child worries that she will forget her deceased loved one (only referred to as 'you' so the reader can think of their specific relative or friend). Gathering memories in a special box helps her process her grief and this activity is a tangible takeaway for families looking for grief support. Backmatter provides caregivers with suggestions for helping children with their grief. A companion journal is also now available: The Memory Book: A Grief Journal for Children and Families. ...more
Sep 15, 2020 Erin rated it it was amazing Our kids’ school sent a copy of this book home with each of them today after the loss of their oldest sister, along with their own memory box where they can keep memories of her. Both parents cried while we read the book. The pictures are beautiful with a beautiful message letting us all know we will never forget her. 💔
Mar 26, 2021 Miss Kelly rated it really liked it
This is a good picture book on how to deal with grief. I feel the book is good for all ages to read.
Aug 16, 2021 Suzie rated it it was amazing I had to pre-read this before I read it to the kids, wait a few weeks, and then read it aloud to them with my most cheery voice so that I wouldn’t cry. LOL It is a lovely book though. It handles death in a delicate way for children and presents a great idea of creating a memory box to remember someone a child has loved and lost.
Dec 28, 2021 Heydi Smith rated it really liked it This book ripped me apart. I needed it so badly but man did it hurt. This is a story of a young child who is worried she’ll forget her loved one that has died. She thinks of ways to remember them. Ways so she won’t forget important pieces and memories. I love this
story. I think everyone should have this book, as painful as it is. It’s so very needed.
Not a book I hope my granddaughter has to read anytime soon, but a wonderful book for any child missing someone they love who has died. This is a perfect book to help children through the grieving process.
Nov 01, 2017 Mary rated it it was amazing Losing a loved one is hard for anyone, but especially hard for a child. This book helps children navigate the feelings that come with loss and provides suggestions for how to move through the emotional distress.
Apr 01, 2018 Sasha rated it it was amazing Wonderful analogies and simple explanations of feelings. "The MemoryBox explores two questions that help us understand how children deal with grief: 1) Will I forget my loved one? 2) What do I do with my feelings?" Wonderful analogies and simple explanations of feelings. "The MemoryBox explores two questions that help us understand how children deal with grief: 1) Will I forget my loved one? 2) What do I do with my feelings?" ...more
Feb 17, 2020 Halie Korff rated it it was amazing This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. This book would be an asset to have in class because it help children understand feelings and grief they might experience as well as how they can handle it and option they have. The book is a softer more mellow book with a light tone.
Apr 15, 2021 Joan Arbogast rated it really liked it
A gentle approach to loss of a loved one.
Aug 05, 2022 Cierra Amelia rated it it was amazing Read this for my child and adolescent psychology class. A wonderfully illustrated book for children learning to deal with one of the hardest emotions. I cried by the end. Would definitely recommend this to an adult looking to help a kid in their life.
Dec 16, 2017 Jason rated it really liked it Surprisingly good book about creating a box of memories to help deal with grief. Beautifully, lyrically written. Related ArticlesNew year, new you! Or perhaps the same you, but a 2.0 version? The start of a new year is known for resolutions, which, as we all know,... Welcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. What is a theme of the memory box a book about grief?From the perspective of a young child, Joanna Rowland artfully describes what it is like to remember and grieve a loved one who has died. The child in the story creates a memory box to keep mementos and written memories of the loved one, to help in the grieving process.
What to read after losing a parent?Specifically for grieving a mother. Cradled All the While: The unexpected gifts of a mother's death. ... . A Grace Disguised. ... . In My Mother's Kitchen. ... . In the Letting Go: Words to Heal the Heart on the Death of a Mother. ... . The Last Violet: Mourning My Mother. ... . Life Lessons My Mother Taught Me: Universal Values from Extraordinary Times.. How do you get over a grieving book?How to Go on Living When Someone You Love Dies. ... . The Invisible String. ... . “The Fall of Freddie the Leaf” by Leo Buscaglia. ... . When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death. ... . The Other Side of Sadness. ... . I Wasn't Ready to Say Goodbye. ... . Bearing the Unbearable. ... . 'A Parent's Guide to Raising Grieving Children,' by Phyllis R.. How do you start a grieving book?How to Write About Grief in a Story or Novel. Honesty. You need to be real in demonstrating grief. ... . Emotion. ... . Vulnerability. ... . Make the Reader Care. ... . Avoid Making the Characters Isolated. ... . Keep Nudging Forward. ... . Demonstrate a Transition in Dealing With Grief. ... . Find an Outlet for Grief.. |