Oh honey that sounds too soon but I understand the need. As far as explained to the kids someone else on here had a good brief response, I would go with that, but you'll have to keep repeating yourself because they aren't going to accept it for a while and that's going to be tough for them but especially you. I would stick with your scheduled routine but during naptimes or whenever you can I would head to another room to grieve so it doesn't sneak up during story time or playtime as much. I was taught to schedule grief that way during a miscarriage I had a long time ago, Ive used this method for everyone I've lost since and it doesn't work flawlessly but it actually helped, less random unwanted outbursts I just held onto it for a time that would be better. Hope this helps even slightly.

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