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Books in Let's Talk About It series

  • The Empty Place: A Child's Guide Through Grief

    Roberta Temes Ph.D., Kim Carlisle

    Paperback (New Horizon Press, Nov. 1, 1992)
    When a nine-year-old boy's beloved big sister dies, he is confused, angry and fearful. For the first time he must face the finality of death and the pain of loss. His parents, also grieving, seem distant, until a counselor teaches them all how to cope and heal.
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  • I Remember

    Jennifer Moore-Mallinos, Marta Fabrega

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2005)
    Eventually, every little boy and girl learns about death, and it is normal for children to be troubled by thoughts about death. Here is the story of a little boy and his dog, Jake. The child recalls how he and his dog first became friends when Jake was still a puppy. But as time passed, Jake grew from a puppy to a dog—and still later, the dog grew old and tired. Now, the little boy remembers how sad he felt on the day Jake died, then later, how he learned to cope with his loss and recall the good times that he and Jake had together. Titles in the sensitively written Let's Talk About It! series are available in both English and Spanish language editions. They speak to the concerns and anxieties of preschool-age and early-grades children, encouraging kids to explore their feelings and then to speak openly about things that trouble them. Speaking openly and sharing troubling feelings with parents or with some other trusted adult is an important first step in a child's ability to overcome problems and achieve emotional growth. All books in this series have appealing color illustrations on every page.
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  • Let's Talk About Being Away from Your Parents

    Joy Berry, Maggie Smith

    Paperback (Joy Berry Books, June 8, 2010)
    "Let's Talk About Being Away from Your Parents" (Let's Talk About series) helps children feel comfortable spending time away from parents and known situations. Joy Berry's pragmatic approach shows children real situations and helps them understand why it is perfectly normal to spend time with other adults, with caregivers, and friends. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Being Away from Your Parents" speaks directly to the child and acts as a problem-solving resource for parents and caregivers. The book is filled with full-color illustrations and simple text that make the sometimes-difficult information easy to take in."Let's Talk About Being Away from Your Parents" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Being Away from Your Parents" is recommended for children ages 3-6.Joy Berry's book series include the I Love books (ages 1-3); Let's Talk About (ages 3-6); Help Me Be Good (ages 4-7); A Fun and Easy Way (ages 7-10); Winning Skills (ages 11 and up); and Good Answers to Tough Questions (ages 6-12).
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  • The Colors of the Rainbow

    Jennifer Moore-Mallinos, Marta Fabrega

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2005)
    This appealing book contains an important early lesson for every boy and girl to comprehend: When people of different races and ethnic backgrounds come together, they form the most magnificent sight—a rainbow. Just like colors of the rainbow, each person is unique in his and her own special way. But all have similar feelings, thoughts, hopes, and dreams. Kids are encouraged to celebrate and appreciate both their own and other people's differences, and above all, to come together like the colors of the rainbow. Titles in the sensitively written Let's Talk About It! series are available in both English and Spanish language editions. They speak to the concerns and anxieties of preschool-age and early-grades children, encouraging kids to explore their feelings and then to speak openly about things that trouble them. Speaking openly and sharing troubling feelings with parents or with some other trusted adult is an important first step in a child's ability to overcome problems and achieve emotional growth. All books in this series have appealing color illustrations on every page.
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  • Why Can't Jimmy Sit Still?

    Sandra L. Tunis, Maeve Kelly

    Paperback (New Horizon Press, Oct. 1, 2004)
    Jimmy behaves like a wiggle-worm. He squirms. He fidgets. He calls out in class, and just can't settle down. Designed to help and teach kids, parents, educators, and caregivers to open discussions about hyperactivity and other learning disorders, this comforting and charming rhyming story reassures youngsters with ADHD that they are not to blame for the "racing motors."
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  • Let's Talk About Being Helpful

    Joy Wilt Berry, Maggie Smith

    Paperback (Scholastic, Aug. 1, 1996)
    Disliking having to do things that he does not always want to do, Carlos learns the importance of doing his share and is encouraged when his helpfulness makes others happy. Original.
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  • Let's Talk About Getting Hurt

    Joy Berry, Maggie Smith

    Paperback (Joy Berry Books, June 8, 2010)
    "Let's Talk About Getting Hurt" (Let's Talk About series) helps children understand the normal fear of getting hurt. Joy Berry's pragmatic approach shows children how to deal with their worries so that they don't limit activities in their daily lives. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Getting Hurt" speaks directly to the child and acts as a problem-solving resource for parents and caregivers. The book is filled with full-color illustrations and simple text that make the sometimes-difficult information easy to take in."Let's Talk About Getting Hurt" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Getting Hurt" is recommended for children ages 3-6.Joy Berry's book series include the I Love books (ages 1-3); Let's Talk About (ages 3-6); Help Me Be Good (ages 4-7); A Fun and Easy Way (ages 7-10); Winning Skills (ages 11 and up); and Good Answers to Tough Questions (ages 6-12).
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  • Tattling

    Joy Wilt Berry

    Hardcover (Grolier Enterprises, March 15, 1982)
    Children's Education
  • Lets Talk About It: Extraordinary Friends

    Fred Rogers, Jim Judkis

    Library Binding (Example Product Manufacturer, April 25, 2008)
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  • Being bullied

    Joy Wilt Berry

    Hardcover (Grolier Enterprises, March 15, 1984)
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  • Daddy's Getting Married

    Jennifer Moore-Mallinos, Marta Fabrega

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Children of divorced parents are sometimes confused or troubled when one parent decides to remarry. This book offers them reassurance. The sensitively written Let's Talk About It Books encourage preschool-age and early-grades children to explore their feelings, and speak openly to a parent or other trusted adult about things that trouble them. Each title discusses a particular concern or anxiety that children often encounter in the course of growing up. All books in this series have appealing color illustrations on every page, and are available in both English and Spanish language editions. A short section at the back of each book offers advice to parents.
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  • Bullies

    Caitie McAneney

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Introduces bullying, explains why people bully, and encourages victims to resist and bystanders to become defenders.
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