Storybooks for Tough Times (Books Kids Love) [Paperback]

Laura Ann Campbell (Author), Laura K. Campbell (Author)

Book Description

Series: Books Kids Love

A new sibling ... starting school ... the death of a pet. These can be tough issues for a youngster, particularly in these confusing times. This annotated bibliography offers teachers, parents, and librarians helpful advice and a wealth of resources for those instances when an adult needs to gently broach a challenging issue. Organized by topics as diverse as adoption, homelessness, and siblings, Storybooks for Tough Times provides all the information necessary to choose the right book for the right situation. It includes detailed story summaries, recommendations for ways to emotionally and psychologically connect to the issues, and an assortment of discussion questions. For grades K-6.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

The ideal resource for handling difficult, modern-day issues with children. The first book of its kind, Storybooks for Tough Times highlights recently published, high-quality children's literature that deals with sensitive subjects. This timely book is an easy-to-use reference that is perfect for parents, teachers and librarians.

About the Author

Laura Ann Campbell has spent more than 15 years working with children of all ages in both formal and informal educational settings. The mother of two young children, she has a master's degree in elementary education and oversees youth programs at the Denver Museum of Natural History.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing (November 3, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555919642
• ISBN-13: 978-1555919641
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,097,379 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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