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The loss of a child is probably the most painful experience a parent can go through. It is at such times of deep sorrow and grief that people often turn to their faith. This book has been written to address this need from the Islamic perspective using quotes from the Qur'an and Hadith. In addition, the author has drawn from her experience as a Muslim Chaplain at a children's hospital to clarify some of the questions and confusion that a bereaved Muslim parent may ask or feel.  A Gift for the Bereaved Parent gives permission to be human whilst offering comfort, healing and gentle encouragement through the grief. It is a guide and companion to be turned to again and again.

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This book helps children make sense of their experience following the death of a sibling, and offers a way of honoring their memory and celebrating their life. It helps the child to understand more about their thoughts and feelings by answering some of the questions they may have, and affords a springboard for discussion and discovery which will aid parents in understanding aspects of their child’s world, their behavior, and needs. As children work through the book they will learn about themselves, about life, and the Islamic perspective of death. In turn, this will inshaAllah, help them to grow and strengthen from their experience. "This book can be a valued resource for schools in the field of bereavement care for pupils. Lesson plans can be customized according to the topic and activity on each page and adapted around the needs and background of the children. I would recommend this book whole heartedly." —N. Akhter, Education Consultant This booklet is a part of “Red Balloon Resources”: Support in Multi-faith and Cultural Pediatric Health, Palliative and Bereavement Care.

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