How do you explain a funeral to an autistic child?

So far John, with ASD, has been to two funerals.  Both interestingly in foreign countries.  One was prior to his diagnosis and our issues were more to do with jet lag than autism.  The second was more problematic but happily the day went well.  The day after on the other hand……………

In today’s blog Charlotte Olson introduces us to another in her series of books which aim to help parents of children on the autistic spectrum deal with specific events.  In this case it is Suzie’s grandmothers funeral.

Olson writes “Join Suzie as she goes to Grandma’s funeral and says goodbye.

A simple story that can help a child who may be feeling anxious about going to a funeral.

A story that can help by explaining to a child what they might experience on this sad day.”

You can find out more about the book her http://www.suziebooks.co.uk/funeral.htm.

If you have any tips for taking autistic children to a funeral or can mention any possible pitfalls please use the comments box below to share your story!

Many thanks in advance!