My Cat Died Social Story Kit

Help children understand and cope with the loss of a beloved pet with this My Cat Died Social Story Kit. Losing a pet can be confusing and upsetting for children, especially children with autism who may need extra support understanding death and expressing their feelings. This social story kit uses simple, child-friendly language to explain what it means when a cat dies and provides a comforting way to remember a special pet. The stories can help children process their feelings, understand that it is okay to feel sad, and begin to adjust to life without their cat.

Your Purchase Includes:

• My Cat Died Social Story – Helps children understand what happens when a beloved cat dies.
• Remembering My Cat Story – Encourages children to remember their pet and celebrate the special memories they shared.
• Grief-Processing Activity Visuals – Provides visual support for activities that help children process grief and remember their cat.
• Feelings Visual – Helps children identify and communicate their emotions related to the loss of their pet.
• First/Then Board – Supports transitions and participation in activities during a difficult time.
• Implementation Guide – Provides guidance on how to use the stories, visuals, and activities with your child.
• Parent and Caregiver Tips – Offers practical suggestions for talking about pet loss, supporting a grieving child, and responding to questions and emotions.
• Sticker Chart – Provides a visual way to encourage participation in “processing grief” activities.
• Stickers – Adds a positive, child-friendly element to the sticker chart and activities.

Great For:

✓ Children with autism and other developmental differences

✓ Children who need help understanding death and pet loss

✓ Supporting children experiencing grief and sadness

✓ Helping children recognize and communicate their feelings

✓ Providing activities to process grief and remember a beloved pet

✓ Encouraging conversations about memories and emotions

✓ Supporting parents and caregivers as they talk about the death of a pet

✓ Home, school, counseling, and social-emotional learning activities

Why Use This Social Story Kit?

Every child experiences grief differently. These two stories provide a supportive starting point for talking about death, acknowledging feelings, and remembering a beloved pet. Read the stories together, allow time for questions, and revisit them whenever your child needs comfort or reassurance. This kit can help children learn that it is okay to miss their cat, talk about their feelings, and keep special memories of their pet close to their heart.

All Positively Prepared stories are written using positive language and simple illustrations/words to reduce visual clutter and increase understanding.

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