1. Be honest. If you don't know, say that.
2. Stay physically near the child. Hug young children often and keep Kleenex handy.
3. Allow silence. Don't fill it up with chatter.
4. Let them talk about the person he/she lost. LISTEN!
5. Do not rush the child into anything.
6. Don't be afraid of very literal questions--be factual in your response.
7. Encourage the child to talk to his/her parents.
8. Ask the child gentle questions about how he/she is feeling.
9. Locate professional resources that are available for the child and give this information to the appropriate adult--either a teacher or the parents/ guardians.
2. Stay physically near the child. Hug young children often and keep Kleenex handy.
3. Allow silence. Don't fill it up with chatter.
4. Let them talk about the person he/she lost. LISTEN!
5. Do not rush the child into anything.
6. Don't be afraid of very literal questions--be factual in your response.
7. Encourage the child to talk to his/her parents.
8. Ask the child gentle questions about how he/she is feeling.
9. Locate professional resources that are available for the child and give this information to the appropriate adult--either a teacher or the parents/ guardians.