According to the Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model, one in 12 children in New Hampshire will experience the death of a loved one before turning 18. With this in mind, Life Forest Cemetery (Hillsborough) published You Can Always Talk to Possum at Life Forest, a new heartfelt book that helps children navigate grief. Narrated by a young chipmunk who has lost a beloved friend, this book gently explores the stages of grief and models positive coping strategies for children. It opens the door for caregivers and children to talk about loss and identify ways to process the many emotions that accompany loss.

As part of its mission to educate, Life Forest also offers a free, downloadable work-through book on its website. It’s perfect for teachers, counselors or family members who want to provide kids with a helpful, action-based way to explore their feelings.

The book is available in hardcover, paperback and Kindle formats from Amazon and other booksellers. TheLifeForest.com