A gentle, inclusive picture book to help families talk about death, grief, and love with young children. When someone a child loves dies, it can be hard to find the right words. Children have big questions, big feelings, and a deep need to feel safe and understood. Told from the perspective of a young child, When Someone You Love Dies gently explores what it means to lose someone and how love and connection can continue through memory, ritual, and care. Through honest conversations, shared moments of remembrance, and simple, comforting metaphors, this story helps families navigate grief together. This book supports children as they: Ask hard questions about death and dying - Name and express big feelings like sadness, anger, and confusion - Remember loved ones through meaningful rituals and shared memories - Learn that love and connection don’t disappear when someone dies Designed for children ages 3-7, this story is a supportive resource for: Parents and caregivers - Therapists, counselors, and social workers - Educators and school communities - Families experiencing loss due to death, illness, or major life changes The back of the book includes a gentle guide for grown-ups, introducing the L.I.G.H.T. Method - a simple, compassionate framework for supporting children through grief by listening deeply, honoring emotions, creating rituals, holding space for questions, and caring for the heart. When Someone You Love Dies helps make hard conversations feel a little easier - and reminds families that love is still here, felt in memories, moments, and the ways we stay connected.