Handling Changes

Worksheet Description

This Grief worksheet is tailored for students navigating the complexities of bereavement, titled “Coping with Changes”. It is designed to support children in identifying the alterations in their daily lives following the loss of a loved one and to explore constructive ways to adapt to these changes. The top section of the worksheet provides an introductory explanation that acknowledges the impact of loss and the resulting changes in a child’s life. It also encourages engagement with a counselor for guidance through this process, highlighting the importance of seeking support when dealing with grief.

The main activity of the worksheet comprises several sections, each with two prompts. The first prompt in each section asks the student to contemplate a specific way in which their life will be different due to their loss, prompting introspection and recognition of their new reality. The second prompt encourages the child to think of a positive strategy for coping with this change, fostering resilience and problem-solving skills. This reflective exercise is interspersed with soothing illustrations of teddy bears, which adds a comforting visual element to the activity, making the task approachable and engaging for young students coping with difficult emotions.