Unlike adults, who stay with their grief, children often jump in and out of their grief. We describe this journey as ‘puddle jumping’. This means that they may initially be upset about their loss but may then appear to be fine for a period of time and then become upset again, and so on. This can be very confusing both for children and the adults who care for them.
Conversations can allow children to express their emotions; be it sadness, anger, joy or fear. By opening up these important conversations about death we can allow children who are grieving to ‘puddle jump’ while understanding their mixed emotions.
With this in my we are asking you to support us and lots of other schools, community groups and businesses in fundraising simply by donning your wellingtons and making a donation on the day or in advance via School Money!
We are recommending a minimum donation of £2 per child to help us reach our target of £500, all donations will be gratefully received.
Thank you on behalf of our the school and Winston’s Wish in anticipation of your support and generosity.