Most people don't know how or why we should encourage healthy grief in children.
Stories are a non-threatening way to shape, support, and provide ideas on how to grieve in a healthy way.

Jar of Tears is an award-winning fictional novel offering practical ideas within a Christian perspective to encourage healthy grieving in older children.
  

Handing a child a book about how another child handles grief and secondary losses lets them see how some kids respond to difficult life events.

It provides a template that the reader can accept, reject, or customize for their own grief and faith journey.

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Private Book Launch Party
April 6, 2024

Finishing my book made me want to celebrate! We invited some close friends and family to celebrate the completion of my Bucket List item.

Meet the Author

Empathetic Faith-Based Stories for Grieving Young Souls

Restoring hope, comforting hearts & strengthening faith.

"I was nine-years old when my mother died. The pain was so great, I thought I'd die of a broken heart. But God had other plans."

- Kathleen Templeton

An Author Who Understands The Pain Of Loss

Kathleen Templeton is a “realistic fiction” author and teacher, dedicated to helping young middle grade readers navigate the complexities of grief and loss. Through her relatable characters and faith-based approach, she offers solace and guidance to those seeking empathy and support in their time of need.

Kathleen combines her personal experience of losing her mother at a young age with a candid Christian perspective on loss and grief, and her teaching experience, to create stories that guide children towards hope.  

Through her heartfelt narratives, she empowers young readers with vital coping strategies, helping them to navigate their emotions while navigating life’s biggest challenges.

Finding the Right Words For Someone in Grief

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