Death Is Stupid

FEATURED IN

THE NEW YORK TIMES

Part of the Ordinary Terrible Things series, the new and expanded edition of

Death Is Stupid

is an invaluable tool for discussing death, exploring grief, and honoring the life of our loved ones.

When someone we love dies, adults often say things like, «She's in a better place now,» or «I know how you feel.» You do

not , one little boy thinks after his grandma passes away. Caught in the swirl of anger, confusion, and fear that accompanies grief and mourning, he doesn't just think death is unfair—he thinks death is

stupid . It takes him some time, but when he starts sharing cherished memories of his grandma and working in her garden, he starts to feel just a little bit better. Necessary, beautiful, and ultimately reassuring,

Death Is Stupid

helps make death a little less scary—for kids

and

adults.

The

Ordinary Terrible Things series

shows children who navigate trouble with their senses on alert and their souls intact. In these stories of common childhood crises, help may come from family, counselors, teachers, or dreams—but crucially, it's the children themselves who find their way to cope and grow.