Grief and loss books for children
Grief and loss themed books for children and teens with titles by Britta Teckentrup, Samuel Langley-Swain, Judith Kerr, Harry Woodgate, Laura Dockrill, Oliver Jeffers, Kereen Getten, Michael Rosen and Joseph Coelho.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Patrice Karst is an author known for her work in children’s literature. She is the writer of The Invisible String, a picture book that addresses themes of love and connection. The book was first published by DeVorss & Company in 2000. Karst has also written related titles, including The Invisible Leash and The Invisible Web, which explore similar concepts for young readers.
Her books are published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Karst’s writing often focuses on helping children understand and cope with feelings of separation, loss, and emotional connection. Her work is used in educational and therapeutic settings to support children and families.
In 2018, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers published a revised edition of The Invisible String.
Grief and loss themed books for children and teens with titles by Britta Teckentrup, Samuel Langley-Swain, Judith Kerr, Harry Woodgate, Laura Dockrill, Oliver Jeffers, Kereen Getten, Michael Rosen and Joseph Coelho.
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