Rajah’s twin 7-year-old brother recently died in an accident. His teacher knows all of Rajah’s family members are in counseling to help them deal with their grief. In which way can Rajah’s teacher help him in school as he goes through this difficult time?

A. Talk with the other children in the class and explain why Rajah is sad. Tell them to say nothing about his brother.
B. Dedicate several morning meetings with the class to discuss death and dying. Ask the other children to share their stories and questions with Rajah.
C. Look for ways to help Rajah remember his brother and share memories and feelings about him when he chooses to.
D. Read children’s books that deal with the subjects of death and dying to the class every day for one month. Hope Rajah finds comfort in the stories.


C. Look for ways to help Rajah remember his brother and share memories and feelings about him when he chooses to.

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