Please Don't Go

Losing a sibling is a confusing, heartbreaking, and painful experience. It can be difficult to understand, both as an adult and as a young child. However, there are different ways to understand this loss. In this heartwarming and developmentally appropriate book, author Natasha Baillères, M.A., M.Ed., shares her experience of losing a sibling. This poetic book is a hopeful read for families who have lost a brother, sister, daughter, or son. Written in a relatable voice, Please Don't Go helps young children understand their emotions through color, pictures, and rhythmic words. It creates space for readers' imaginations, spirits, and minds to search for signs and create meaning from the loss of a loved one. This book can be personalized with the names and characters of the loved one you have lost. When reading to yourself or a child, substitute the names and pronouns for the person whom you've lost.