Something Very Sad Happened - by Bonnie Zucker (Hardcover)

About the Book

The book explains death and loss to a very young child in a simple and age-appropriate way.

Book Synopsis

When a loved one dies, it can be hard to know how to explain it to a young child, particularly if you are grieving the loss yourself.

Sensitively written and gently illustrated, Something Very Sad Happened explains death in developmentally appropriate terms for two- and three-year-old children. It reassures the child that it is okay to feel sad and that love never dies.

Included is a Note to Parents and Caregivers with more information about how to talk about death, answer your child's questions, and maintain your connection throughout the grieving process.

Review Quotes

"No one likes to think about it, and even fewer plan for it, but explaining death to a toddler can be a difficult task.... The author acknowledges that a book on death written just for little ones is a bit niche but emphasizes in the foreword the need to properly discuss this tough situation with young children.... An important book to have on hand for those who serve toddlers." --School Library Journal

"Essential, powerful, and psychologically researched resource to equip adults to model healthy grieving and help children at this age with loss." --Booklist

"Something Very Sad Happened is impressively exceptional and an invaluable addition to family, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections." --Midwest Book Review

About the Author

Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice. She received her undergraduate degree from George Washington University, her master's degree from the University of Baltimore, and her doctoral degree from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. Dr. Zucker specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders and is the author of Anxiety-Free Kids and Take Control of OCD, and co-author of Resilience Builder Program for Children & Adolescents and two relaxation CDs. She lives in Bethesda, Maryland with her husband and two sons. Visit bonniezucker.com.

Kim Fleming has always been passionate about creating visual content for children. Her specialty is children's books, but her illustrations can be found in many different places, from children's games to greeting cards. She enjoys working traditionally, and creates her illustrations using watercolor, pencil, and lots of love. Visit her at http: //www.kimflemingillustration.com/ and follow her on Instragram: @KimFlemingIllustration and Twitter: @lilkimfleming.