Helping Hurting Children

Martha Faircloth Bush built this resource for the ministry and counseling settings where grieving children most need a structured path through loss, and the two-part design reflects that practical wisdom. The children's workbook pairs age-appropriate activities with Bible story companions, giving kids something to do with their grief rather than just something to read. The adult reference guide helps caregivers understand what is happening emotionally in the child, keeping both sides of the relationship informed. The explicitly biblical framework is a genuine strength for Christian families and church counseling programs — it is exactly what it says it is. The honest caveat is that this was self-published through WestBow Press, so clinical vetting is limited; families dealing with acute trauma may want to pair it with a licensed counselor. Within its intended faith context, it is a compassionate and practical tool.