On The News
Our first talk about tragedy
By authors: Dr. Jillian Roberts Illustrated by: Jane Heinrichs
Orca Book Publishers
September 2018
Children's Book Council's “Notable Social Studies 2019!”
On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create and how to manage those feelings. She also emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate and heroic ways. The book's question-and-answer format will help parents have a meaningful conversation about these difficult topics with their children and equip them to better handle questions that arise when children are exposed to the news.
The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues that they may encounter outside their homes, in a way that is accessible. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have bigger questions. For younger children just starting to make these observations, the simple question-and-answer format of the main text will provide a foundation of knowledge on the subject matter.
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REVIEWS
"Well-intentioned, ambitious and heartfelt." Kirkus Reviews - June 18, 2018
"An accessible, honest conversation starter that is a must-have purchase for all school and public library collections. Highly Recommended."CM Magazine - June 8, 2018