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Arun on the Run
34 pages, Paperback
Published November 30, 2023
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December 15, 2023
‘Arun on the Run’ is a delightful—and insightful—contribution to children’s literature, especially within the health context. The book's dedication sums it up by honouring ‘the children and families who struggle with differences - and all the unsung heroes: parents, clinicians, and teachers who help them flourish’.
The book brings us into Arun’s life on his first day of first grade, a big milestone. We follow him as he meets challenges in the classroom and on the playground. Arun and his family are brought into the world of ADHD where his father is somewhat nervous about it all, a highly relatable situation. Arun's family is supportive and open to their caregiver's help as he learns three self-regulating, behavioural interventions to calm his racing mind. Yet the techniques that Arun learns are useful for everyone! I particularly enjoyed his final lesson... to 'just be the lake'.
Written with sensitivity and deep wisdom, the book reveals its authors' wonderful merging of creative and paediatric talents. The illustrations are charming. We gently gain knowledge and confidence along with Arun because the lessons are not forced, patronising, or pedantic. This is the heart of the art of medical practice.
I highly recommend this book to everyone with a pulse. It is a love letter to cultural inclusion and understanding others' challenges while it models how adults can learn from children.
The book brings us into Arun’s life on his first day of first grade, a big milestone. We follow him as he meets challenges in the classroom and on the playground. Arun and his family are brought into the world of ADHD where his father is somewhat nervous about it all, a highly relatable situation. Arun's family is supportive and open to their caregiver's help as he learns three self-regulating, behavioural interventions to calm his racing mind. Yet the techniques that Arun learns are useful for everyone! I particularly enjoyed his final lesson... to 'just be the lake'.
Written with sensitivity and deep wisdom, the book reveals its authors' wonderful merging of creative and paediatric talents. The illustrations are charming. We gently gain knowledge and confidence along with Arun because the lessons are not forced, patronising, or pedantic. This is the heart of the art of medical practice.
I highly recommend this book to everyone with a pulse. It is a love letter to cultural inclusion and understanding others' challenges while it models how adults can learn from children.
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