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It’s easy, stress-relieving and meditative, and even children can do it. Many know and tout the anxiety-reducing benefits of beading. In the weeks and months ahead you can look at the pot, now joined back together as a symbol of your experience, and be reminded that while you may feel damaged by loss, you are surrounded by support, and you too can be brought back together in a new way.īeading can be creative and soothing for a grieving child.

Use the glue to reassemble the pot piece by piece, and let it dry for at least 24 hours before moving it.

Those could be the names of people you love, or other things in your life that help you cope with your grief (art, yoga, reading, prayer, etc.).

On the outside of the pieces, write words or draw images that represent support and comfort.

On the inside of the broken pieces, write words or paint images that are symbolic of the grief, sadness, anger or other emotions you’re feeling.

Divide the broken pieces among those participating.

To avoid shattering, cover it with a damp towel and tap it from the outside with a small hammer.

Wearing safety goggles (and gloves if desired), break the terra cotta pot.This project can be done either alone (for older children and adults) or with friends and family.Ī terra cotta pot, paint pens (or markers or paint), glue, and safety goggles. This grief activity is a physical representation of that emotional injury, but with a positive and affirming result. We hope they’ll provide inspiration and comfort, as well as help encourage conversations and connection along the way.Īfter a loss, it can feel to a child like their world has been shattered. Wherever possible (and always if the kids are younger), we recommend a parent-child approach when trying these grief projects.

In this article, we’re sharing some creative activities that may help a child during their grieving process. We all know that grieving is tough for adults, but coping with loss can be even more difficult and confusing for children.

Using Projects and Games to Help Children with Grief