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Fawn's Touching Tale: A Story for Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused
Introduction to Parents, School Personnel and There are many books aimed at the prevention of sexual abuse; few story books are geared for children that deal with the profound emotional aftermath. This book is unique because it offers the use of engaging animal protagonists, which allows the child to work through painful emotions in a less threatening and more effective manner. Among the most universal issues for the sexually abused child the mixed feelings toward the abuser, the dread and wish to be loved, the difficulties of disclosing the abuse, the fear of being blamed and/or of not being believed. The effects frequently culminate in a sense of vulnerability, damaged self-esteem, guilt and faulty defenses against the feelings of being hurt. This can lead to a wide range of self-destructive behavior in childhood and adulthood. This gentle, “child friendly”, animal tale provides children with a story they can listen to again and again. Parents, psychotherapists and school professionals can use this book as a point of entry into complex feelings that the youngster, or any sexually abused person might experience. Our hope is that with the help of this book, the child will begin the process of healing and gradual resumption of his or her healthy psychological development.
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Published June 9, 2018
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February 18, 2021
Fawn's Touching Tale is narrated by Owl, who observes the Deer family. The daughter, Fawn, is a happy, playful child who enjoys hanging out with her dad. But one day, Owl notices her becoming more withdrawn and lashing out at former friends. After waiting patiently, Owl finally discovers that Fawn is being sexually abused by her father, and urges her to seek help.
Before the book even begins, there is a note to 'Parents, School Personnel and Psychotherapists' explaining that the book is targeted at children who are currently dealing with the aftermath of abuse. The book's primary function is to act as a gateway for discussion and healing, rather than a mere piece of entertainment, and I think it does excel in its aim. Marcus is a child and adult psychoanalyst, and her knowledge and expertise is evident here. Marcus and Wohl have mentioned the most common issues that abused children experience, so most younger readers will recognise the feelings and actions of Fawn. It will hopefully help them tackle more complex feelings.
The illustrations by Jackie Bluzer left me conflicted. As the story goes on, the colours and lines become more erratic, with the colours going over the edge of lines. I understand that it reflects Fawn's state of mind and her confusion, but at the same time they felt a bit childish. Again, this might be a conscious choice; perhaps children will engage with those images. But I'm not 100% convinced by the style. Bluzer does do an excellent job of conveying a very disturbing, difficult subject matter in a sensitive way without losing the impact of the storyline.
Fawn's Touching Tale is an uncomfortable read. Yet I really admire Marcus and Wohl for creating this book, whose main purpose is to help children heal. It's a very noble endeavour, and I think they achieved the goals they set. I can see it helping children as it doesn't condemn or judge, instead it empathises with them and encourages them to seek aid. Definitely not for everyone, but I'm glad I read it.
Before the book even begins, there is a note to 'Parents, School Personnel and Psychotherapists' explaining that the book is targeted at children who are currently dealing with the aftermath of abuse. The book's primary function is to act as a gateway for discussion and healing, rather than a mere piece of entertainment, and I think it does excel in its aim. Marcus is a child and adult psychoanalyst, and her knowledge and expertise is evident here. Marcus and Wohl have mentioned the most common issues that abused children experience, so most younger readers will recognise the feelings and actions of Fawn. It will hopefully help them tackle more complex feelings.
The illustrations by Jackie Bluzer left me conflicted. As the story goes on, the colours and lines become more erratic, with the colours going over the edge of lines. I understand that it reflects Fawn's state of mind and her confusion, but at the same time they felt a bit childish. Again, this might be a conscious choice; perhaps children will engage with those images. But I'm not 100% convinced by the style. Bluzer does do an excellent job of conveying a very disturbing, difficult subject matter in a sensitive way without losing the impact of the storyline.
Fawn's Touching Tale is an uncomfortable read. Yet I really admire Marcus and Wohl for creating this book, whose main purpose is to help children heal. It's a very noble endeavour, and I think they achieved the goals they set. I can see it helping children as it doesn't condemn or judge, instead it empathises with them and encourages them to seek aid. Definitely not for everyone, but I'm glad I read it.
February 2, 2021
I was very afraid to read this book.
I've thankfully not been an incest victim, but I was afraid it could be graphic, or too explicit. It's not the case. The drawings are not "obvious" except for the character's emotions. The text is also unprecise enough, speaking of "touch" and the conflicting emotions that are tied to being hurt by someone one's love. It can cover different kind of abuse, and help to talk about.
The book is also not only about the abuse. We meet Fawn before the abuse start, so we see the relation she had with her abuser, and after, how it changes her, and how hard it is for her to go forward. It shapes her future, but she has help, and she can go forward, and find some happiness again, trust people again, even if it's hard. It shows a path of healing, even if she never return to what she was before. There's hope in there, there's life beyond the abuse.
I'm working with children, so I might one day been in the position of the owl, of recieving a child's confidence, and I wanted to have some clues on how to act or react. This book is good at giving thoses, and might help people who are working with children.
I've thankfully not been an incest victim, but I was afraid it could be graphic, or too explicit. It's not the case. The drawings are not "obvious" except for the character's emotions. The text is also unprecise enough, speaking of "touch" and the conflicting emotions that are tied to being hurt by someone one's love. It can cover different kind of abuse, and help to talk about.
The book is also not only about the abuse. We meet Fawn before the abuse start, so we see the relation she had with her abuser, and after, how it changes her, and how hard it is for her to go forward. It shapes her future, but she has help, and she can go forward, and find some happiness again, trust people again, even if it's hard. It shows a path of healing, even if she never return to what she was before. There's hope in there, there's life beyond the abuse.
I'm working with children, so I might one day been in the position of the owl, of recieving a child's confidence, and I wanted to have some clues on how to act or react. This book is good at giving thoses, and might help people who are working with children.
January 23, 2021
The books is about Fawn the little deer who loved playing with her dad who later on sexually harasses her pretending that it's a game. But Fawn felt something was wrong and shared her concerns with her friend who advises her to go to the elders' council and so she did. The elders decided to banish her father to the other side of the woods. Then starts Fawn's journey of recovery. At first, she hates herself believing it was her fault this happened. She tried to hurt herself but eventually it all stops. She starts laughing and playing with the other kids again. She still blames herself sometimes but she is fine most of the days.
This book is so eye-opening and thoughtful. The author did a great job inspiring me and whoever reads it to spread awareness on this matter. I'd very much recommend it as an essential children book.
This book is so eye-opening and thoughtful. The author did a great job inspiring me and whoever reads it to spread awareness on this matter. I'd very much recommend it as an essential children book.
January 18, 2021
Thank you to Booktasters and the author for sending me this copy!
I absolutely loved this story. From the characters to the choice of words and the writing style.
I feel like it should be a mandatory read for every parent. Rarely will you ever find a book that disscuss sexual abuse aimed at kids, and this book does it in a very informative manner. Not only that, but it also addresses how the kid would feel like it's their fault and affirms them that it's not and all the fears that they would have.
In addition to that, I liked the fact that the Elders didn't just send the father away, like how most people would think is the right thing to do, they also told him to seek help and then they will reconsider bringing him back to their part of the forest.
I absolutely loved this story. From the characters to the choice of words and the writing style.
I feel like it should be a mandatory read for every parent. Rarely will you ever find a book that disscuss sexual abuse aimed at kids, and this book does it in a very informative manner. Not only that, but it also addresses how the kid would feel like it's their fault and affirms them that it's not and all the fears that they would have.
In addition to that, I liked the fact that the Elders didn't just send the father away, like how most people would think is the right thing to do, they also told him to seek help and then they will reconsider bringing him back to their part of the forest.
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January 28, 2021
First of all, I am really glad for given the chance to read and write a review of this book.
This book is totally great and useful to get a glimpse or understand more of children who have been sexually abused. It has opened my eyes and help me to understand more of what's happening inside of the victim's mind, how they felt of themselves, and what I can do to help them. It was well written and easy to understand. Plus, it uses animals as the protagonist characters which is a good way to indirectly approached the victims in a friendly manner.
I totally recommend this book to those who work with children and to those who like me, who just want to learn more on the issue.
This book is totally great and useful to get a glimpse or understand more of children who have been sexually abused. It has opened my eyes and help me to understand more of what's happening inside of the victim's mind, how they felt of themselves, and what I can do to help them. It was well written and easy to understand. Plus, it uses animals as the protagonist characters which is a good way to indirectly approached the victims in a friendly manner.
I totally recommend this book to those who work with children and to those who like me, who just want to learn more on the issue.
January 24, 2021
Thankyou for Booktaster and the writer for letting me reading the book. The story is about a fawn who were been sexualy abused by his dad. I was sexualy abused when I was a little and I hope I have that courage like little fawn to tell how uncomfortable and scary it was, I wish I could read this book when I was younger. But, reading this now made me in tears but glad when I finished it. Thankyou for letting the children to know that it’s okay to tell it, somebody will listen and not blame you and will be by your side. Hope everyone healed, saved and sound💛
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August 15, 2019
As a child psychologist I highly recommend this book to parents , psychotherapists, sex therapists and everyone who deals with this category of children and adults. Fawn's touching tale is a gateway to the complex emotions of sexually abused children and familiarizes us with the physical and psychological trauma of sexually abused children. This book is the best therapeutic tool for sexually abused children and is exactly what therapist and parents need.
February 12, 2021
i was afraid to begin reading this book, tbh. it might've been a terrible trigger for me and i'm not in my best emotional state. but it's not. it's only 31 pages of illustrated book with simple, soothing and wise words.
we need more books like this. not how to avoid sexual abuse, bc many of us gonna be too late for the tips; but how we're gonna deal with the nightmare. to heal. to begin again.
we need more books like this. not how to avoid sexual abuse, bc many of us gonna be too late for the tips; but how we're gonna deal with the nightmare. to heal. to begin again.
January 6, 2021
This is a very useful well-written story that really would help abused children. I'm not a professional to judge, but I like what I read and I believe it is gentle and not direct so it can touch the matter with no pressure for a kid who might have suffered abuse.
Thank you Booktasters!
Thank you Booktasters!
June 9, 2018
For children who were abused
Well done. Easy to read and understand. A great book for children who have been abused and adults who were abused as children.
Well done. Easy to read and understand. A great book for children who have been abused and adults who were abused as children.
June 27, 2018
Fawn’s Touching Tale
Great book for very young abused children— simply written in child-friendly language highlighting many of the feelings generated by this experience—
Great book for very young abused children— simply written in child-friendly language highlighting many of the feelings generated by this experience—
February 6, 2021
Thank you for the book, Booktasters. I liked the way the book is written specifically to a child. It addresses many things within such short number of pages. The story says that it is ok to feel however Fawn felt but at the same time it is important to speak out. And, I liked how in the end the attacker is given a chance to become a better person as well.
I understand that a molester can be from either inside or outside the house. But, I feel when it is written to a very young age group, the attacker could have been portrayed as somebody they know and trust but other than a parent. I liked it otherwise.
I understand that a molester can be from either inside or outside the house. But, I feel when it is written to a very young age group, the attacker could have been portrayed as somebody they know and trust but other than a parent. I liked it otherwise.
June 12, 2021
I wish this book was around when I was a child. It's very easy to understand and to the point. I hope many children can learn early on that it is not their fault if this happens to them.
May 31, 2021
This is infact a very TOUCHING tale, both literally and genuinely. Fawn gets Touched in a literal way, by a harasser and Fawn finally talks about it, and wins it which is marvelously Touching. This is a must have in our homes.
The book is beautifully illustrated and I am so thankful that BookTasters recommended it to me, it will forever have a precious place in my heart. The story is about incest and child (sexual) abuse. The wise Owl's decision of not leaving Fawn, teaches us to not let go and help children, to educate them, and to bring justice/punishment to the abusers. Getting over the incident/incidents is a long and gradual process, but it needs to be done. Children especially need someone to fight for them and fight with them (to have someone on their side). I can relate to this somehow, thankfully not, never, God Forbid, in the incestuous way, and although it was mild (very), I was very lucky, and never experienced what Fawn did, and a long time ago, but still when I think about it, it kills something inside of me, and having someone by your side makes it so easy to forget and move on, Although you never do forget, but as the Wise Owl said, "It's Not Your Fault".
This short Story is absolutely and perfectly💯 Touching.
The book is beautifully illustrated and I am so thankful that BookTasters recommended it to me, it will forever have a precious place in my heart. The story is about incest and child (sexual) abuse. The wise Owl's decision of not leaving Fawn, teaches us to not let go and help children, to educate them, and to bring justice/punishment to the abusers. Getting over the incident/incidents is a long and gradual process, but it needs to be done. Children especially need someone to fight for them and fight with them (to have someone on their side). I can relate to this somehow, thankfully not, never, God Forbid, in the incestuous way, and although it was mild (very), I was very lucky, and never experienced what Fawn did, and a long time ago, but still when I think about it, it kills something inside of me, and having someone by your side makes it so easy to forget and move on, Although you never do forget, but as the Wise Owl said, "It's Not Your Fault".
This short Story is absolutely and perfectly💯 Touching.
April 15, 2021
This is my first time to read a children's book.
I enjoyed the author's way writing this the story.
As it was told in a way that makes it easy for the child to understand it and imagine it from their perspective.
To know when the abnormal attitude occurs and how it can be reported and avoided in a way that reaches their simple minds without feeling any fear.
The wise owl is there as a close friend.
How her mother fell in the mistake of not believing her daughter, as most mother's might feel.
How the innocent deer felt it was her mistake, and how the owl could fix this by her constancy to maker her friend talk.
Everything is perfect thant you for the enlightenment.
I recommend this book for adults and kids both together.
I enjoyed the author's way writing this the story.
As it was told in a way that makes it easy for the child to understand it and imagine it from their perspective.
To know when the abnormal attitude occurs and how it can be reported and avoided in a way that reaches their simple minds without feeling any fear.
The wise owl is there as a close friend.
How her mother fell in the mistake of not believing her daughter, as most mother's might feel.
How the innocent deer felt it was her mistake, and how the owl could fix this by her constancy to maker her friend talk.
Everything is perfect thant you for the enlightenment.
I recommend this book for adults and kids both together.
October 3, 2018
Valuable therapeutic tool
I highly recommend this well written and beautifully illustrated book to all who work with children. It will help open a dialogue on a very sensitive topic in a very non threatening and gentle way.
I highly recommend this well written and beautifully illustrated book to all who work with children. It will help open a dialogue on a very sensitive topic in a very non threatening and gentle way.
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