Sebastian's Grandpa died. He is sad. Help him deal with his emotions through friends family and talking to a counselor

Sebastian feels sad

Sebastian sitting on his bed looking sad, with a photo of his grandpa in his hand.

Sebastian woke up feeling very sad. His grandpa had passed away the day before. Sebastian loved his grandpa very much. They used to play games and tell stories together. Now, Sebastian felt a big hole in his heart. He didn’t know how to feel better. His mom noticed his sadness and gave him a big hug.

A Sad Day for Sebastian

Sebastian sitting on a couch, crying while his mom hugs him.

Sebastian's mom sat him down on the couch. She told him it was okay to feel sad. She explained that everyone feels sad when they lose someone they love. Sebastian started to cry. His mom held him close and let him cry. She told him that Grandpa would always be in their hearts. Sebastian felt a little better after talking to his mom.

Talking to Mom

Sebastian smiling as he looks at a big card filled with drawings and kind words from his friends.

Sebastian's friends came over to visit. They brought him a big card they had made. The card was filled with kind words and drawings. Sebastian smiled for the first time in days. His friends played games with him to cheer him up. They told him funny stories to make him laugh. Sebastian was grateful for his friends' support.

A Visit from Friends

Sebastian and his family looking through old photo albums, sharing stories and laughing together.

Sebastian and his family decided to have a special day to remember Grandpa. They looked through old photo albums. They shared stories about all the good times they had with Grandpa. Sebastian loved hearing about the fun things Grandpa did when he was young. They laughed and cried together. Sebastian felt closer to his family.

Remembering Grandpa

Sebastian walking in the park with his dad, surrounded by trees and birds.

Sebastian's dad took him for a walk in the park. The fresh air made Sebastian feel a bit better. They saw birds, squirrels, and other animals. Sebastian's dad told him that Grandpa loved nature. They sat on a bench and talked about their favorite memories of Grandpa. Sebastian felt comforted by the beautiful surroundings. He realized that Grandpa would want him to be happy.

A Walk in the Park

Sebastian sitting in a cozy room, talking to Ms. Jane, the counselor.

Sebastian's mom took him to meet a counselor named Ms. Jane. Ms. Jane was very kind and understanding. She asked Sebastian to talk about his feelings. Sebastian told her how much he missed his grandpa. Ms. Jane taught Sebastian some ways to cope with his sadness. She told him it was okay to feel sad and that it would get better over time. Sebastian felt hopeful after their talk.

Meeting the Counselor

Sebastian drawing a picture of him and his grandpa fishing together.

Ms. Jane suggested that Sebastian draw pictures of his favorite memories with Grandpa. Sebastian loved to draw, so he thought this was a great idea. He drew a picture of them fishing together. He drew another picture of them reading stories. Each drawing made Sebastian feel closer to his grandpa. He realized that he could keep Grandpa's memory alive through his art. Sebastian felt proud of his drawings.

Drawing Memories

Sebastian and his mom decorating a memory box with bright colors and stickers.

Sebastian's mom helped him make a special memory box. They decorated the box with bright colors and stickers. Inside the box, they put photos, drawings, and little things that reminded them of Grandpa. Sebastian added a small toy car that Grandpa had given him. Every time Sebastian missed Grandpa, he could open the box and remember the good times. The memory box made Sebastian feel happy and loved.

A Special Box

Sebastian standing in front of his classmates, sharing stories about his grandpa.

Sebastian's teacher asked the class to share stories about their families. Sebastian decided to talk about his grandpa. He told his classmates about all the fun things they did together. Everyone listened carefully and clapped when he finished. Sebastian felt proud to share his memories. His friends told him that his grandpa sounded amazing. Sebastian realized that talking about Grandpa made him feel better.

Sharing Stories at School

Sebastian playing with his friends outside, with a smile on his face.

Sebastian started to get back into his daily routine. He went to school, played with friends, and did his homework. The routine helped him feel more normal. He still missed Grandpa, but he knew it was okay to be happy again. Sebastian's family continued to support him. They reminded him that Grandpa would always be with them in spirit. Sebastian felt stronger each day.

Finding Comfort in Routine

Sebastian and his family planting a tree in the park to honor Grandpa.

Sebastian's family decided to start a new tradition to honor Grandpa. Every year on Grandpa's birthday, they would do something special. This year, they planted a tree in the park. They called it Grandpa's Tree. Sebastian loved the idea. He knew the tree would grow tall and strong, just like Grandpa. The new tradition made Sebastian feel connected to Grandpa. He looked forward to celebrating Grandpa's memory every year.

A New Tradition

Sebastian smiling and drawing, feeling at peace with memories of his grandpa.

Sebastian realized that it was okay to feel happy again. He understood that Grandpa would always be a part of his life. Sebastian continued to draw, play with friends, and talk to his family. He knew that he could always remember Grandpa through his stories and memories. Sebastian felt grateful for the love and support around him. He smiled, knowing that Grandpa would always be in his heart. Sebastian felt at peace.