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What this is for
A practical guide for creating a small, optional memory collection after somebody has died or a family has changed.
What you will need
- A small box, envelope or bag
- Paper and drawing materials
- Safe small objects or copies of photographs
- Adult support
Try it in your own way
- 1
Choose a container and decide where it will be kept.
- 2
Add one item, drawing or memory at a time; there is no target number.
- 3
Write a short story or label only if words feel useful.
- 4
Decide together who may open, add to or share the box.
- 5
Leave room for memories that arrive later.