That means he won t ever live with us again. But we will always remember him. They may not realize that death will happen to everyone and every living thing. Young children need to ask questions about the death again and again. They need to learn the facts about the death and to make certain the facts have not changed.
Young children are likely to believe their thoughts or feelings have power over others.
A child who was angry at his mother before her death may believe he is responsible for the death. They often are very curious about physical details. These children need physical, tangible ways to experience and express grief. Rituals such as visitations, funerals and memorial services are very important. Children accept their parents religious beliefs.