Storytime: First Experience with Funerals

Our very own Ms. Rebecca, wearing her children’s author hat, visited a first-grade Chicago classroom to lead a heartfelt storytime after a student attended his first funeral.

Together, they read Moving In Forever, pausing along the way to reflect, share, and connect. The children noticed details, expressed feelings, and asked thoughtful questions—conversations filled with empathy, curiosity, and care.

The children then created expressive art, drawing people or places they missed—not only lost loved ones, but also friends or distant family. Through storytelling and creativity, the group built community, gently supporting one another’s emotional experiences.

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Rebecca Wu
Sustainable Mental Health Roundtable

We were grateful to attend and host a table at the recent district event, sharing our passion for addressing grief through art and storytelling. Connecting with social workers and program directors eager to integrate art into social-emotional learning was inspiring. We heard stories of children coping with loss, fear, and absenteeism. The event highlighted the importance of creative, community-based support, and we introduced tailored resources to those seeking meaningful tools for helping children process grief.

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Rebecca Wu