Books in Let's Talk About Pets series

Every child has secrets, and many secrets are fun to keep, for instance, a surprise birthday gift for Mom, or a secret handshake with a young friend. But sometimes, children have secrets that make them feel bad, and these secrets are best shared with their parents, or with some trusted older person. A child who is bullied might be inclined to keep it secret, but it's always best to tell parents about it. Or children who are touched intimately and improperly by an older person will soon feel better if they reveal the secret to parents. This book helps kids distinguish between good and bad secrets. Even very young children have concerns and anxieties, and Let's Talk About It! books are written and illustrated especially for them. Parents are advised to read these books aloud while their preschooler listens and looks at illustrations of the boys and girls in each story. Many children in early grades will be able to read the stories for themselves. Let's Talk About It! books encourage children to explore their feelings, and then to speak openly about things that trouble them.

Young children become confused and hurt when their parents constantly argue, then decide to divorce. This sensitively written book assures boys and girls that children are in no way responsible for their parents' inability to get along together. It lets kids know that although one parent chooses to move away from the home, both parents continue to love their little boy or girl. Both Mom and Dad will continue to spend happy times with them. Even very young children have concerns and anxieties, and Let's Talk About It! books are written and illustrated especially for them. Parents are advised to read these books aloud while their preschooler listens and looks at illustrations of the boys and girls in each story. Many children in early grades will be able to read the stories for themselves. Let's Talk About It! books encourage children to explore their feelings, and then to speak openly about things that trouble them.

"Let's Talk About Being Patient" (Let's Talk About series) helps children understand what patience is all about. Joy Berry's pragmatic approach teaches children the importance of learning to wait, impulse control and the methods they can use to do so. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Being Patient" 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 Patient" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Being Patient" 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).

My Brother is Autistic describes a condition that affects many families. Medical experts are just beginning to understand varying degrees of autism and its impact on both the autistic child and his family. This book describes an autistic child from his brother's point of view. It talks about ways autistic kids can be helped and how they can better relate to their family and surroundings.The sensitively written Let's Talk About It! books encourage preschool-age and early-grades children to explore their feelings, deal with problems that trouble them, and understand others who have problems of their own. Each title speaks to a particular concern that children might encounter in the course of growing up. All books in this series have appealing color illustrations on every page. A short section at the back of each book offers related advice to parents.

"Let's Talk About Feeling Jealous" (Let's Talk About series) helps children understand that feeling jealous is normal, and can sometimes be productive if it leads to a necessary change. Joy Berry's pragmatic approach teaches children how to handle their jealousy and focus on the good things that they have in their lives. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Feeling Jealous" 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 Feeling Jealous" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Feeling Jealous" 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).

"Let's Talk About Feeling Worried" (Let's Talk About series) helps children handle their anxiety by teaching them that worrying is normal, but by asking questions and learning about their fears, they can ease their worrying. "Feeling Worried" encourages children to learn the facts about their worries, and discuss them with a caring adult. The book also teaches tactics to help children calm themselves when faced with a worrisome situation. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Feeling Worried" 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 Feeling Worried" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Feeling Worried" 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).

"Let's Talk About Feeling Afraid" (Let's Talk About series) helps children understand and manage the difficult emotion of fear. Joy Berry's pragmatic approach shows children real ways to handle their fears in different situations that will lead to positive outcomes. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Feeling Afraid" 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 Feeling Afraid" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Feeling Afraid" 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).

"Let's Talk About Needing Attention" (Let's Talk About series) helps children understand their need for attention and teaches children that they may not always be able to get the attention that they want. "Needing Attention" offers advice on how to wait patiently for attention, as well as positive ways to achieve getting that attention. Like all of Joy Berry's books, "Let's Talk About Needing Attention" 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 Needing Attention" includes a web address for FREE downloads."Let's Talk About Needing Attention" 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).