Children's Storytelling Webinar Resources
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The Power of Children's Storytelling: A Therapeutic Tool for
Supporting Grieving Children During Physical Distancing
Aired Live on November 18, 2020
A Hands-On Experience For School Counselors & Allied Mental Health Professionals Working with Grieving Students
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Presenter: Amanda Seyderhelm, Founder of Helping Children Smile Again, Play and Creative Arts Therapy and Training for Children, Families and Professionals
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Moderator: Gilly Cannon, Director of Children's Bereavement Services, CaringMatters
This interactive webinar discusses:​
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the impact of the loss on children
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developmental reactions to the grief process
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strategies for using storytelling to start a conversation and
build a connection with a grieving child
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Supplies needed:
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two pieces of 8.5 x 11 in. paper
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crayons or colored pencils
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a scarf or shawl
Download and print the following resources prior to the webinar:
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Additional Resources:
For more information, contact Gilly Cannon at gillyc@caringmatters.org or 301-990-8904