Lynn Milburn Lansford

CJ Loves PopPop: A Children's Book about Death and Love Lynn Milburn Lansford

CJ, a young boy, is very close to his grandfather, PopPop. One day, CJ comes home and finds out that PopPop has died. Trying to understand death, CJ's father takes him to the funeral home and shows CJ the reality of physical death. CJ's mother helps CJ understand that love continues if you keep your memories close and treasure your relationship with those you love.

Endorsements
"I found it to be very powerful but simple and easily understood. It would be beneficial to any family with small children who has experienced the loss of a pet or a family member. I highly recommend it."
- Linda Smolen; B. S. in Family Relations and Child Development, MS in Instruction and Curriculum; former Head Start Education Coordinator, Literacy Coordinator, and Program Director for 6 counties in Oklahoma; also, Parent Educator and Board of Director at Wings of Hope Family Crisis Center.

"You have discussed death on a level which young children can understand. This shows children that it is OK to be sad and cry. It also helps them understand you can love someone when they are no longer with you and shows that talking about good memories of a loved helps you to feel better. It is honest and not sugar coated."
- Bobbi Lombard; Master's in Child Development and Early Child Education, B. S. in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education Specialist at Oklahoma State University, University Instructor.