Need child grief gift ideas

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My 9yo son just found out a boy in his class lost his dad very recently.

My son would like to get a gift for this boy but they're not very close.

Honestly I'm stumped...
Any ideas I'd be grateful for please?

That’s a kind thought from your son. My kids dad died at the start of lockdown so nobody from school could get them anything unfortunately. I am guessing here but I think they would have appreciated something heartfelt like a handmade card and a book. Or maybe a voucher they can put towards a game they enjoy. Anything to keep their mind off what is happening for a while.

Edited to change ‘butcher’ to voucher!

Hi OP, that's a really lovely thought from your son. Probably just the acknowledgement of what is happening to him and his loss will mean lots more than a gift. When my sister died in 2021 many people sent me flowers and cards, but very few people acknowledged my children's loss and grief, which was hard for them (and me). Maybe some hot chocolate making things or maybe a book and a onesie to be cosy with and to be close to their remaining carers would be really thoughtful and supportive.

It's kind but unnecessary I think. Your son offering to take the kid (with you) somewhere nice after school or on the weekend. A local theme park, cinema or whatever would be nice for the kid to distract him rather than draw attention to his grief. I lost my Dad as a kid so have some experience.