These resources are designed to inspire conversations about some of the topics touched on in the book. The resources on this page were created to help an adult care giver to facilitate meaningful conversations around death and dying. Each resource has an age appropriate guide but this may vary depending on the child. All activities should be guided by an adult inorder for the child to get the most out of them . There are 4 activities which you can download and print and each comes with some hints and tips. Enjoy!
* the book and the resources on this website are designed to be used by parents/carers to promote healthy discussion about bereavement and loss. They are not designed to replace the need for a professional councillor. See list of links below for further support.
Explore the book (age 8+)
A metaphor is a comparison which is not literally true. It suggests what something is like by comparing it with something else with similar characteristics. You can use the following questions and exercises to explore this further.
Buttons (age 4+)
Indigo Violet loves sorting through the colourful buttons because her Grandma had a button jar. When she died this helped Indigo to remember Grandma. What memories do you have of your Grandma?
A Letter to Grandma (6+)
What do you think Indigo Violet would say to Grandma if she could send her a letter? What would you write in a letter to a loved one who had died? this may be a pet or even a cuddley toy that you lost…
Indigo Violet 