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Helping Kids Grieve

Grief Toddler (1–3) Preschooler (3–5) Kindergartner (5–6) Under 5 min

A video highlighting how children and grown-ups grieve, and what providers can do to help.

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While adults understand the permanence of death rather quickly, children often need more time. Feelings of grief come and go. Parents and providers can help kids by talking about big feelings, comforting, and getting back to play.

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