Description
This Grief and Loss Journal is a companion to the unforgettable story “The Invisible String” by Patrice Karst. It gives students the opportunity to explore, process, and heal from the death of a loved one.
⭐ THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES:
✅ A digital for Google Slides™ interactive version of the journal with drag-and-drop activities and fillable text boxes
✅ A printable version of the journal with full color and black/white versions both included
✅ Children learn:
- About the power of the Invisible String and how it connects us to those that we love
- To create a memory book with photos and text about their loved one
- To process and explore their feelings surrounding their loss
- To ask questions so they can better understand their loss
- How grief looks and feels in their body, mind, and spirit
- How to express their feelings and needs
- The 5 Stages of Grief (adapted from Kubler-Ross for children)
- 8 coping strategies for grief and loss
- To create a bracelet in memory of their loved one
- That grief can feel like a maze when we get “stuck’ in our feelings
- To write an acrostic poem for their loved one
✂️ NOTES: I recommend having a copy of “The Invisible String” story on hand. Younger students may need assistance with reading and writing their responses.
❤️ You may also love “The Invisible String Workbook” created by Patrice Karst and Dana Wyss.
[This resource was created with permission from the author, Patrice Karst.]
Educators Say
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“My students really enjoyed this activity and it helped so much with the discussing the loss of our coteacher. Thank you!” – Mary Elise
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“I used this with a student grieving a parent this year. It was so great to work through this with him one on one. Thank you!” – Kristin R.
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“This was a touching and valuable resource to use as the pastor at our school unexpectedly passed away. There was much sadness throughout the school because the students loved him dearly and he was very present with them each and every day. The parents thanked me for having their children work through this booklet and many of them have said it will be a keepsake for years to come. Thank you!” – Learning with Lierz
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“I am a school counselor for elementary students, grades three, four and five, I have used this resource with several of my students in these grades. Each student really loved the book that goes along with this workbook and each has been able to get comfort from the workbook. THANK YOU so much for sharing this!” – Cynthia H.
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“I am thankful for your products. First with great children book choices, as well as digital components for easy viewing. Very supportive of key character traits that I work on with my students. Love the consistency of your products, zeroed in and age appropriate. Engaging activities and helpful in supporting my students needs. Thank you for your passion and creating such amazing products!” – Suzanne P.
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“A great companion for The Invisible String with lots of kid friendly activities to explore grief” – Bree H.