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When a grandparent dies

2 episodes Β· 0 books

Episodes to watch 2
Sesame Street

Farewell Mr. Hooper

Ages 3–8 PBSMax 60 min

The landmark Sesame Street episode in which the cast explains the real death of actor Will Lee to Big Bird. Still the most honest and healing portrayal of death in children's television Ò€” essential for grandparent loss.

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Grandpa Tiger Comes to Visit / Grandpa Tiger's Memory Book

Ages 3–7 PeacockPBS 28 min

When Grandpa Tiger can no longer visit as he used to, Daniel learns to hold memories close. A tender, age-appropriate preparation for grandparent loss and changing relationships with aging grandparents.