Welcome the student. Say: “Hi there! I’m so glad we have this time together today. We’re going to talk about feelings—especially what it’s like when we miss someone we love.”

Explain grief simply. “Grief is how we feel when we miss someone we care about.” Validate any feelings the student shares.

Ask: “When you think about [loved one], how does your body feel? Do you notice it in your tummy or chest?” Label feelings together.

Hand over the Memory Drawing Worksheet. Prompt: “Draw a happy memory with your loved one. I’ll ask you about it as you draw.”

Invite the student to describe their drawing. Ask: “Who is in your picture? What were you doing? How did it feel?”

Spread out the Coping Strategies Cards. Demonstrate deep breathing. Ask the student to pick one card.

Lead the student in saying affirmations together. “I am brave. I am loved.”