[plug] [OT] Dead pets

[Chris Watt]

Children do understand death.  it's a built in part of our nature.

esp. in the long run, you'd be better off being honest and taking her
out to replace it.

as said before: death is a fact of life.




On 5/16/05, Arie Hol <arie99 at ozemail.com.au> wrote:
> 
> 
> On 16 May 2005 at 14:05, simon wrote:
> 
> > Hey all, soz for the completely OT question but....
> >
> > The problem: 3.5 year old daughter, dead budgie...... too young to teach about
> > death?
> >
> > If so, whats a good excuse for his sudden disappearance? :)
> >
> 
> Tell her the truth, and let her know that you will take her out to get a new one - when she is
> ready (that is if she wants another - let her choose).
> 
> Even at her young age she will appreciate your honesty - as you would certainly appreciate her
> honesty.
> 
> The loss of a pet is a serious matter to a young child - but herein also lies a truly valuable
> lesson for life.
> 
> Death is a fact of life.
> 
> Regards Arie
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