The Boy Who Burned Too Brightly [Hardcover]

David J. Welsh (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0965644200 | ISBN-13: 978-0965644204 | Edition: 1st

Although it looks like a child's book, this subversive little fable is actually written for those who work with or care for children. Colorful illustrations accompany this allegorical tale about a mythical town where everyone has a flame burning on top of their head. Randall’s parents had always enjoyed their son’s unusual and unpredictable flame. But to other eyes, Randall’s flame was a source of annoyance and distraction. Mrs. Steadfast (his teacher) first brings it to their attention, and Dr. Vaticinate (a child pyrologist) quickly confirms the diagnosis of Defective Flicker Syndrome. Soon Randall joins the many other children in Flintville drinking a special additive called “quiescence” in order to burn with consistent, uniform flames.

Editorial Reviews

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Certainly hits the nail on the head. I enjoyed reading it and will share this book with others. -- Dr. Thomas Armstrong, author,

I missed several words on my first read--I had tears in my eyes. It's absolutely wonderful! -- Jane L. Brown, RN, Center for Effective Learning, Virginia Beach, VA

In a world that espouses honoring diversity, it stands out as a heart-felt treatment of what "honoring" truly means. -- Ron Rubin, Center for Developmental Disabilities, Univ. of Vermont

This book is probably the most creative and clever book on learning differences I have ever read! -- La Nelle Gallagher, Learning Disabilities Association of Texas

From the Author

This cautionary fable will resonate with anyone who works with or cares for children. The fictional tale of Randall and his classmates is repeated every day in classrooms and living rooms across America. As a psychologist working with school-age cgildren, I am concerned about the increasing numbers of children being judged deficient or dysfunctional and in need of special treatment. Can our good intentions be paving the road to an unintended destination?

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 67 pages
• Publisher: Alisam Pr; 1st edition (March 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965644200
• ISBN-13: 978-0965644204
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #671,223 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Boy Who Burned Too Brightly, March 6, 2000

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Michael W. Hoke (Texas, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Boy Who Burned Too Brightly (Hardcover)

This book is an excellent representation of the typical student who has been diagnosed as Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder. It give a realistic view of how these children are perceived and treated in school systems. It also presents many of the myths associated with these children and treatments or mistreatments associated with this syndrom. I highly recommend it for parents of children who have been diagnosed with this syndrom.

4.0 out of 5 stars Parent/school staff info, June 24, 2011

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Tina "mom2mac&nash" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Boy Who Burned Too Brightly (Hardcover)

I am a School Counselor and I use this book with Staff and Parents to help to normalize and educatate about ADHD - I also use it with kiddos.