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Teddy's TV Troubles [Hardcover]

Joanne Cantor (Author), Tom Lowes (Illustrator)
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

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3 and up
"Teddy's TV Troubles" is a children's story book that helps parents and children cope with the scary things that that they see on television. Teddy Bear is lucky! Although he has been frightened by something he saw on TV, his mother knows just what to do. Together they soothe his fears through a series of calming, fun-filled activities. "Teddy's TV Troubles" is a story book, an activity book, and a going-to-bed book all rolled into one!

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PreSchool-Grade 1–Upset by something he saw on television, Teddy turns to his mother for assistance in allaying his fears. The two of them draw a picture of the problem, cross it out, and hide it in a book. They also create some happier pictures and play with blocks. Then his mother tells him in tedious detail about how she did exactly the same things with Grandma when she was small. The day ends with a story about a bear who is scared–an odd choice for bedtime–and a good-night kiss. Then, in an addendum for parents in case they haven't got it yet, the author explains that children need to be reassured and comforted after being frightened. Cantor's earnest attempt at helping preschoolers deal with childhood fears lacks literary merit. Instead, it is a painfully simple parenting handbook, rather reminiscent of a public-health information pamphlet. Lowes's unimaginative and uninspiring artwork complements this effort perfectly.–Jane Barrer, Washington Square Village Creative Steps, New York City
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"I liked that whatever Teddy's mom did for her, she did for him." -- Kristen, second grader

"I thought it was a nice book. I enjoyed it because it showed what to do when you're scared." -- Morgan, second grader

"Intelligent, reassuring, and practical, this book will be of great help to parents." -- Common Sense Media

"It's an empowering book that teaches young children what they can do to calm their anxieties." -- Debra Carr-Elsing, Capital Times, April 15, 2004

"One of the most innovative books for children we've seen in a long time . . . . This is a classic!" -- Center for Media Literacy

"When TV violence frightens your child, grab this book and read!" -- Bill Winecke, Wisconsin State Journal, April 20, 2004

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  • Hardcover: 36 pages
  • Publisher: Goblin Fern Press (April 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 096476637X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0964766372
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,006,492 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joanne Cantor, PhD, is an internationally recognized expert on the psychology of media and communications. She is Professor Emerita and Director of the Center for Communication Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she was an award-winning professor for 26 years.

Through her consulting firm, Your Mind on Media, she gives keynote presentations and workshops to business, professional, and educational organizations on productivity, creativity, and stress reduction.

Dr. Cantor is the author of the highly acclaimed parenting book, Mommy, I'm Scared, a children's book, Teddy's TV Troubles, and most recently, Conquer CyberOverload, a book for just about everyone. She has also published more than 100 articles in academic and popular journals.

In recognition of her expertise, Dr. Cantor has testified on numerous occasions before US Congressional committees as well as the Federal Communications Commission.

Joanne enjoys speaking before non-academic audiences and has been a guest on numerous radio and television shows including Oprah, Good Morning America, and several NPR programs.

Dr. Cantor is a member of the Authors Guild, the National Speakers Association, the American Psychological Association, the Association for Psychological Science, and the International Communication Association. She graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. degree. She received her M.A. from the Annenberg School for Communications at the University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. from Indiana University.

 

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4.0 out of 5 stars Teddy's TV Troubles, December 31, 2004
This review is from: Teddy's TV Troubles (Hardcover)
The newest book by Joanne Cantor-Teddy's TV Troubles- takes a positive approach toward the fears of young children, and offers concrete steps a parent can take, along with her child, to ease these fears. Teddy's Mother shares specific activities her mother had used to make her feel safe again. I feel this positive approach is much more effective, than describing all the "horrors" of TV and real life which confront our children. I especially applaud Prof.Cantor involving elementary students, seeing if what she wrote made sense to them.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A combination activities book and bed-time reader, December 7, 2004
This review is from: Teddy's TV Troubles (Hardcover)
An authority on media and children, Joanne Cantor draws upon her years of experience and expertise to write Teddy's TV Troubles, a reassuring children's picturebook that charmingly, entertainingly, and effectively assists parents to help their children deal with disturbing material such as that which visually permeates everything from television news broadcasts, to dramatic series, to sitcoms, to afternoon and weekend specials. Very nicely illustrated by Tom Lowes, Teddy's TV Troubles will help parents and care givers to help children acknowledge their fear while knowing they are not alone; show a loveable teddy bear character work through his TV inspired fears with the help of a caring adult; engage in a series of age-appropriate activities (including drawing pictures, creative play, and reassuring bedtime rituals) that will help children overcome their fears. A combination activities book and bed-time reader, Teddy's TV Troubles is ideal for families with children trying cope with what are now daily television doses of the world on terrorism, sniper attacks, child abductions, natural disasters, and presidential campaign ads.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great gift!, November 30, 2004
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Thanks to a suggestion of good neighbor,my dilema of what to give a six year old great grand daughter for her birthday was wonderfully solved. I bought "Teddy's TV Troubles" by auther Joanne Cantor.Untill I read that book to Hannah, I had no idea of the fears and concerns that linger in childrens minds long after having watched some "children level" tv shows.After a number of readings by both myself and her parents I believe we have helped her understand her fears.We also found that the illustrations were both soothing and exciting for her.So we thank Joanne Cantor for giving both young and old a valuable education !
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