Books for Death of a Loved One for Ages 8–11

By chapter book age, children can process grief with more complexity, but that doesn't make it easier. These 1,732 books explore loss through characters who are angry, confused, guilty, and eventually, slowly, finding their way back to living. They take the full weight of grief seriously.

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Johnny Cash

Anne E. Neimark

For the reader grappling with the idea that heroes can be flawed. This biography explores the deep faith, addiction, and

Ages 10–15

Alex Rider #9

Scorpia Rising

Anthony Horowitz

For the teen feeling the weight of high expectations and the need to finally say goodbye to a chapter of their life whil

Ages 10–15

Olivia Kidney #2

Olivia Kidney and the Exit Academy

Ellen Potter

Olivia's new New York brownstone has an underwater living room, snapping turtles, and ghosts that bump into walls in the

Ages 8–12