Death Is Stupid (Ordinary Terrible Things)

FEATURED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES Part of the Ordinary Terrible Things series the new and expanded edition of Death Is Stupid is an invaluable tool for discussing death exploring grief and honoring the life of our loved ones. When someone we love dies adults often say things like "Shes in a better place now " or "I know how you feel." You do not one little boy thinks after his grandma passes away. Caught in the swirl of anger confusion and fear that accompanies grief and mourning he doesnt just think death is unfairhe thinks death is stupid. It takes him some time but when he starts sharing cherished memories of his grandma and working in her garden he starts to feel just a little bit better. Necessary beautiful and ultimately reassuring Death Is Stupid helps make death a little less scaryfor kids and adults. The Ordinary Terrible Things series shows children who navigate trouble with their senses on alert and their souls intact. In these stories of common childhood crises help may come from family counselors teachers or dreamsbut crucially its the children themselves who find their way to cope and grow.