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Something Is Wrong at My House
A young boy describes the frequent fights his parents have, explains how they make him feel scared and confused, and tells what he does to make himself feel better
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First published January 1, 1984
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March 8, 2018
Books like this should be read to children without regard to whether or not they are experiencing a household with domestic violence problems themselves. After all, one never knows when this knowledge will be needed by a child. Forewarned is forearmed.
Besides, couldn't a child be a confident to a friend who is growing up in a home with domestic violence? There are several things in this book it would be terrific for all children to know about that situation:
-it isn't a child's fault if this is happening in their home or someone else's home.
-sometimes an adult won't take you seriously when you try to tell them about it.
Keep trying until you find one that will.
-A child can create a safety plan in their mind for how to deal with these situations in the moment.
-A child can create a list of coping mechanisms to help them deal with stress and the trauma of seeing parents argue and fight.
I also think if all children are familiarized with the idea that some families experience this, the shame of the situation is lessened for all. Shame is a barrier to fixing problems. This book helps kids know what to do before they are in the home where Dad hits Mom. Why are our cultures so quiet about this problem? This book helps create a discussion about hard topics. Text on the left page is more lengthy for older readers. Text on the right page is less lengthy for younger readers.
Recommended for school libraries, children's libraries, and counseling departments.
Besides, couldn't a child be a confident to a friend who is growing up in a home with domestic violence? There are several things in this book it would be terrific for all children to know about that situation:
-it isn't a child's fault if this is happening in their home or someone else's home.
-sometimes an adult won't take you seriously when you try to tell them about it.
Keep trying until you find one that will.
-A child can create a safety plan in their mind for how to deal with these situations in the moment.
-A child can create a list of coping mechanisms to help them deal with stress and the trauma of seeing parents argue and fight.
I also think if all children are familiarized with the idea that some families experience this, the shame of the situation is lessened for all. Shame is a barrier to fixing problems. This book helps kids know what to do before they are in the home where Dad hits Mom. Why are our cultures so quiet about this problem? This book helps create a discussion about hard topics. Text on the left page is more lengthy for older readers. Text on the right page is less lengthy for younger readers.
Recommended for school libraries, children's libraries, and counseling departments.
February 17, 2024
Why do these sorts of books always talk down to kids. I found the strategies in it unbelievable and the layout and illustrations dated and boring. so many better books on the topic if one must go down the bibliotherapy path.
March 29, 2013
very straightforward and kid friendly.
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