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Aunt Mary buttons

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1172
Jones, Diane Jarvis. [Vancouver, BC?]: Diane Jarvis Jones , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 J76 1995
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
The narrator remembers being a baby and being given a button blanket by Aunt Mary. Aunt Mary comes to live with the family when the narrator is five and she is seriously ill and dying. She sings a song to the young child who is afraid of death but does not understand its meaning. After the death of…
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Author
Jones, Diane Jarvis
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Diane Jarvis Jones
Publication Date
1995
Subjects
Grief
Family
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Infant
Child
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
The narrator remembers being a baby and being given a button blanket by Aunt Mary. Aunt Mary comes to live with the family when the narrator is five and she is seriously ill and dying. She sings a song to the young child who is afraid of death but does not understand its meaning. After the death of Aunt Mary, the child continues to give others buttons in remembrance.
ISBN
096994070X
9780969940708
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 J76 1995

Copies

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Birdsong

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123321
Flett, Julie. [Vancouver, BC?]: Greystone Kids , 2019.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 F615 2019
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
When a young girl moves to her new home far away from the sea, she feels lonely and out of place, but soon she meets an elderly woman next door, who shares her love aof nature and art. As the season change, can the girl navigate the failing health of her new friend? -- Provided by publisher.
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Author
Flett, Julie
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Greystone Kids
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
[48 unnumbered pages] : col. ill; 27 cm
Subjects
Loss
Friends
Intergenerational Relations
Bereavement
Grief
Child
Aged
First Nations
Popular Work
Pictorial Works
Abstract
When a young girl moves to her new home far away from the sea, she feels lonely and out of place, but soon she meets an elderly woman next door, who shares her love aof nature and art. As the season change, can the girl navigate the failing health of her new friend? -- Provided by publisher.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781771644730
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 F615 2019

Copies

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Dancing with the cranes

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122087
Armstrong, Jeannette C. [British Columbia]: Theytus Books | Penticton Indian Band , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 A735 2013
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Chi's momma is soon to have a baby, but Chi' is having a hard time being happy about it. Chi' misses her Temma (Grandma), who has passed away. Chi's momma and daddy help ease the pain of losing her Temma and help her understand life and death as part of nature ... 'Dancing with the Cranes' give an …
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Alternate Title
Dancing with cranes
Author
Armstrong, Jeannette C.
Place of Publication
[British Columbia]
Publisher
Theytus Books
Penticton Indian Band
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
23 p. : col. ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
First Nations
Grief
Loss
Child
Grandparents
Family
Adaptation, Psychological
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
Chi's momma is soon to have a baby, but Chi' is having a hard time being happy about it. Chi' misses her Temma (Grandma), who has passed away. Chi's momma and daddy help ease the pain of losing her Temma and help her understand life and death as part of nature ... 'Dancing with the Cranes' give an understanding of birth, life and death. - Back cover.
Ages: 6-11
ISBN
9781894778701
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 A735 2013
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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Finding the words : how to talk with children and teens about death, suicide, funerals, homicide, cremation and other end-of-life matters

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Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 W855 2013
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Contents:; Children's grief-why it's unique -- Companioning children through grief -- When a parent dies -- When a sibling dies -- When a grandparent dies -- When a pet dies -- When a friend or classmate dies -- When someone dies by suicide -- When someone dies by homicide or manslaughter -- When s…
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Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
138 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Child
Adolescent
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Communication
Abstract
Contents:
Children's grief-why it's unique -- Companioning children through grief -- When a parent dies -- When a sibling dies -- When a grandparent dies -- When a pet dies -- When a friend or classmate dies -- When someone dies by suicide -- When someone dies by homicide or manslaughter -- When someone close has a terminal or life-threatening illness -- When the child is dying -- Attending a funeral or ceremony.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781617221897
1617221899
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 W855 2013
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Healing your grieving heart for kids : 100 practical ideas : simple advice and activities for children after a death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120508
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 W856h 2001
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
This book is for children ages 6-12 who are grieving the death of someone they love. The basic message of the book is that children need to mourn --that is, to express their grief outside themselves-- if they are to heal. Please read through this book before giving it to a child so you'll be able t…
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Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Loss
Attitude to Death
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
This book is for children ages 6-12 who are grieving the death of someone they love. The basic message of the book is that children need to mourn --that is, to express their grief outside themselves-- if they are to heal. Please read through this book before giving it to a child so you'll be able to help the child with the 100 Ideas. You may need to read the book aloud to or along with 6-8 yr olds who are just starting to read independently. - Author
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0002464, F0002465, F0002466)
ISBN
9781879651272
1879651270
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 W856h 2001
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
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c.3 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.6 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
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My adventures with fox and owl : a creative journal for kids with cancer in the family

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Hankinson, Sara Prins, Janes, Karen. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H241 2016
Availability
12 copies, 12 available
"This book is designed for children, aged 5 - 9 who have a family member with cancer. It was designed as a place for them to learn about cancer and ways of coping when cancer comes to the family."
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Author
Hankinson, Sara Prins
Janes, Karen
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
[68] p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Art Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Emotional Adjustment
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Life Change Events
Creativity
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
"This book is designed for children, aged 5 - 9 who have a family member with cancer. It was designed as a place for them to learn about cancer and ways of coping when cancer comes to the family."
Notes
This book is based on Time for Me by June Slakov and Karen Janes. BC Cancer Agency. 1999.
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002274)
ISBN
9781896624266
189662426X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H241 2016

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Reaching out to your children when cancer comes to your family : a guide for parents

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Slakov, June. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2019. Rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S631r 2019
Availability
8 copies, 8 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Slakov, June
Edition
Rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
viii, 50 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Social Support
Life Change Events
Child
Adolescent
Popular Work
Notes
PDF version is a revised edition of the 2007 print book.
ISBN
9781896624280
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S631r 2019
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/coping-and-support-site/Documents/Reaching-out-to-your-children.pdf

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Reaching out to your children when cancer comes to your family : a guide for parents

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120152
Slakov, June. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services , 2016. Rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 S631r 2016
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Slakov, June
Edition
Rev. ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Multi-Media Services
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
vi, 52 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Social Support
Life Change Events
Child
Adolescent
Popular Work
Notes
PDF version is a revised edition of the 2007 print book.
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781896624280
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 S631r 2016
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/coping-and-support-site/Documents/Reaching-out-to-your-children.pdf

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Scribble and paste : a creative journal if cancer comes to your family

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119965
Hankinson, Sara Prins, Janes, Karen. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H241s 2016
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
Suitable for ages 10 and up.
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Author
Hankinson, Sara Prins
Janes, Karen
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
[64 p.] : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Art Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Emotional Adjustment
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Life Change Events
Creativity
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
Suitable for ages 10 and up.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781896624273
1896624278
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 H241s 2016

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Time for me : an activity book for kids when someone in the family has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13187
Slakov, June, Janes, Karen. Surrey, BC: BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services , 2004. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 2004
Availability
12 copies, 12 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Slakov, June
Janes, Karen
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
Surrey, BC
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling Services
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
ix, 50 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Art Therapy
Parent-Child Relations
Infant
Child
Neoplasms - psychology
Family
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
1896624103
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S631 2004
Website Notes
View a sample of the activity book online.
Read Online
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/TimeForMe.pdf
http://www.cancerinmyfamily.ca/parent-resources.aspx

Copies

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c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.3 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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When mommy had a mastectomy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120853
Greenfield, Nancy Reben, Butler, Ralph. Silver Spring, MD: Bartleby Press , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 C5 G812 2005
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
A little girl deals with her mother's breast cancer, masectomy, and breast reconstruction.
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Author
Greenfield, Nancy Reben
Butler, Ralph
Place of Publication
Silver Spring, MD
Publisher
Bartleby Press
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
40 unumbered pages : col. ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Mastectomy
Attitude to Health
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
A little girl deals with her mother's breast cancer, masectomy, and breast reconstruction.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
0910155607
9780910155601
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 C5 G812 2005

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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