When Someone in the Family Drinks Too Much: Library Edition
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.25 (850 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0803716877 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 32 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-03-11 |
| Language | : | English |
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His explanations of the feelings that alcoholism can cause (guilt, embarrassment, anger and so on), and the ways the illness can affect a family (creating enablers, rebels, clowns, etc.) could be a real lifeline for a child; at the same time, he offers advice on where to turn for help. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. One out of every ten people has this illness"). Ages 6-10. In a format similar to that of Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown's Dinosaurs books, Rubel (the Rotten Ralph books) contributes colorful, occasionally humorous and always direct cartoons (one illustration, for instance, shows Mama Bear with her head in the toilet). From Publishers Weekly A highly accessible title on a troublesome topic, this picture book by a husband-and-wife team could be of inestimable value to children struggling with alcoholism in their families. Featuring a cast of bears, the artwork allows children a safe distance while the text delivers the lowdo
Virginia Malmquist said Great for all ages. This book helps children and adults understand the disease of alcoholism and how it affects children. As a counselor, I have used this book with children ages 6 to 60. It helps them understand how alcoholism affects people and how we can respond to it in a healthy way. It's my favorite book to use with children or adults who are growing up or have grown up with an addict of any kind. It's both light and powerful.. The Bible For The 21st Century How many of us are scapegoats in a crazy making alcohoiic family system which seems to include most of the United States? This book has inestimable value for children of alcoholics of all ages. Children in my MFT internship gravitated towards this book over and over again Often it was at the conclusion of the play therapy session that the child would ask "Can I read that book again? Can I see that book again?" Children grow up in alcohol. Issues were resolved Sandy Mcclure The book arrived damaged and the seller issued a refund. I am disappointed that another book was not available, but appreciate the refund.
In this easy-to-understand book for young children, Richard Langsen writes about one of the nation's most debilitating diseases. Here is a book that will help young readers in understanding their own feelings and give them valuable information for guidance and support. Nicole Rubel's illustrations add subtle huimor to help ease fears that children might have about this illness. Full color.