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OverviewIntroduces children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create and how to manage those feelings. She also emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate and heroic ways. The book's question-and-answer format will help parents have a meaningful conversation about these difficult topics with their children and equip parents to better handle questions that arise when children are exposed to the news. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Dr Jillian Roberts , Jane HeinrichsPublisher: Orca Book Publishers Imprint: Orca Book Publishers Dimensions: Width: 25.40cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.136kg ISBN: 9781459833692ISBN 10: 1459833694 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 14 February 2023 Recommended Age: From 6 to 8 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available  This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsReviews"This picture book fills a gap in how to address tragedy and disasters with young children…Terrorism and man-made disasters are addressed in a humanizing way. Emphasis is provided throughout on resilience and positivity. -- School Library Connection Purposeful but effective. -- The Horn Book Online A timely introduction to, and conversation starter on, tough current events for children. Hand to counselors and caregivers.-- School Library Journal An accessible, honest conversation starter that is a must-have purchase for all school and public library collections. Highly Recommended.-- CM Magazine This book handles a sensitive topic with kindness, compassion, and empathy…A good beginning look at how to broach a complicated topic that's filled with positivity and hope.-- Booklist Well-intentioned, ambitious and heartfelt.-- Kirkus Reviews Author InformationDr. Jillian Roberts is a renowned child psychologist, author, professor and parent. Considered a go-to child psychology expert for journalists, Dr. Roberts has had her work published in the New York Times and the Toronto Sun, and is a regular contributor to HuffPost, Global News and CBC. She is the author of the bestselling Just Enough series which explains topics like birth and diversity to children ages 3-6. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia. Jane Heinrichs is a children's book writer and illustrator. She starts her day at a clear desk with her huge sketchbook (for books) and her tiny sketchbook (for daily drawings) but usually ends up sitting on the floor, surrounded by a collection of paints, pencils and papers. Jane lives in the United Kingdom with her family. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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