This box is designed specifically for school aged children experiencing any type of loss, such as a family member, friend, or a pet. Included in each box is the book The Memory Box, a wooden memory box to decorate, a set of watercolour paints and paint brush, glue, papers, pictures, and odds and ends to decorate the memory box with, one felted coloured heart in a cotton carry bag, a personalized notecard, and an information page to explain how to best use this box.
This beautiful memory box craft meets children's need to express themselves and to reflect upon treasured memories of their loved one. Memory-making crafts such as this one provide validation for feelings of loss, and a method for expressing thoughts and feelings that doesn't rely on words. This gift contains collage items and a paint set to decorate the memory box. Special treasures, photos, written memories, and momentos can be collected and kept inside the box and revisited by children who are missing someone they love. The memory box serves as a reminder of their special relationship, in order to maintain a feeling of connection to a loved one that has died.
The memory box and decorative collage pack are suitable as a shared project between siblings. This gift box contains small parts and may not be suitable for young children. Adult supervision is recommended.
Treasure & Keep (School-age)
The Memory Box by Joanna Rowland
This book is about a girl who has lost someone special, and the feelings she has about the death. She is scared that she will forget her loved one so she creates a memory box to fill with special memories and mementos to remind her of the times they shared. This book is suitable for children experiencing any type of loss, including a close family member, a community member, or a pet.
Memory Box
A 9"x6"x2 "wooden box that can be decorated with paints and collage items to keep memories and photos of a loved one. The box can be filled with written memories, photos and mementos that are meaningful, to serve as a reminder of special moments and to feel connected to a loved one that has died.
Collage Pack
A 6"x9"collection of watercolour paints and paint brush, glue, papers, pictures, and odds and ends to utilize to decorate the memory box, and to express creativity.
Felted Pocket Hearts in Cotton Carry Bag
Each box contains one handmade felted pocket heart of various colours in a small cotton carry bag. This small colourful heart can be used as a sensory touchstone for children to hold, as well as a visual reminder that they are loved. Because of the unique, handmade nature of this product, minor irregularities may occur between products.
Personalized With Love Notecard
A blank 4x6 signature With Love notecard that can be personalized with a note from you. If mailing gift box directly to the recipient, we will handwrite your personal note on the card prior to packaging and shipping. Please indicate your message in the custom text field if you would like included.
Welcome to your Giftbox Information Card
An information card is included with the gift box to explain the contents and their intended use to the recipient.
