“Like adults, children need space to express their wondering thoughts around death. They might share them through the stories they tell while playing, or through art, or even questions they ask just before bedtime. Death and grief can stir our questions around our existence, what happens to us after we die (some children might ask for specifics), and who God is. The physical absence of the loved one can also open questions around safety. Children need to be able to express their hard questions while also being assured of their own safety and of those they love. We can make space for questions without feeling we need to answer them all” (Lacy Finn Borgo, “How to Walk with Children through Death and Grief,” Propel Women, accessed on January 15, 2024, https://www.propelwomen.org/content/how-to-walk-with-children-through-death-and-grief/gjebpy).
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