By Rachel Melhorn, LCSW We recognize the challenges many parents are facing as they are tasked with closures to businesses and schools. Below are some tips to support children who are grieving during this challenging time. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you or your child is in need of support. Take Care … Continue reading Ways to Support Grieving Children During This Global Crisis
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The Goodbye Book (Virtual Storytime)
Dane Honrado, Full Circle Board Member, is sharing "The Goodbye Book" by Todd Parr. It's a wonderful book, filled with colorful images, explaining grief and loss to children. https://youtu.be/kGe-VdWwtps
Tear Soup (Virtual Storytime)
Our own Karen Coyner, Full Circle Group Leader and Therapist, will share "Tear Soup" -- a beautiful, heartfelt story for anyone coping with grief and loss. https://youtu.be/htk-rW2m4mA
Worries Are Not Forever (Virtual Storytime)
In this episode, Hands On Healing Group Leader Ruth Saunders, selected "Worries Are Not Forever" by Elizabeth Verdick to share with readers young and old. After the video, we have a creative suggestion for an art activity as well. Fun Activity: Create Your Own Worry Monster Using an old tissue box make the box into … Continue reading Worries Are Not Forever (Virtual Storytime)
The Feelings Book (Virtual Storytime)
For this episode, Shannon Venable, Full Circle Board Member, will be sharing "The Feelings Book" by Todd Parr. With vibrant illustrations, this sweet book explores many of the big and colorful feelings we all experience. This bright, whimsical book inspires children to identify and discuss those big emotions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS37i75mG78
The Invisible String (Virtual Storytime)
Our own Bereavement Services Manager and former Hands On Healing group leader, Karen Kennedy will be sharing "The Invisible String." This book by Patrice Karst is often one we recommend at Full Circle. It's a heartwarming story that reassures children that even though they can't always be with a loved one, they're always in each … Continue reading The Invisible String (Virtual Storytime)
Family Vision Board (Family Friday)
For this activity, you and your child are invited to create a Family Vision Board. A vision board or what we like to call a “dream board” is a collection of pictures that represent your hopes and goals for the future. For this activity, you will work with your family to create a dream board … Continue reading Family Vision Board (Family Friday)
Binoculars of the Future (Family Friday)
This creative activity is designed to support children in looking toward the future and setting goals. Supplies 2 toilet paper rolls Glue or tape String Scissors Drawing/decorating supplies Instructions Glue or tape two toilet paper rolls together and then decorate your new binoculars! Through this activity, have a conversation with children about what they hope … Continue reading Binoculars of the Future (Family Friday)
Memory Box (Family Friday)
This activity is an opportunity for children to remember their lost loved one. The only supplies you will need are a small box (any kind will work) and some art supplies. Invite children to decorate their box any way they wish. This box will hold special memories of their lost loved one. You can invite … Continue reading Memory Box (Family Friday)
Incredibly Lonely, That’s Me (Virtual Storytime)
Full Circle's Hands on Healing group leader, Mary Parke Holland, will be sharing "Incredibly Lonely, That's Me." In the center of grief, loss, or a significant transition in our lives, we may experience intense feelings of loneliness and our world is turned upside down. This is a poetic story of Melissa as she struggles with … Continue reading Incredibly Lonely, That’s Me (Virtual Storytime)
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