Currently reading: Psychosocial Care of Children In Hospitals : a clinical practice manual from the ACCH child life research project
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I was at a used book store the other day and found this little gem! “A mom of many hats” is a story from the point of view of a little girl whose mother gets diagnosed with cancer. The story explores the ways she and her brother coped with their mothers diagnosis and how they […]
MoreWhile searching around Georgetown University Hospital’s Child Life resources page, I found this awesome list of books that may be helpful to children dealing with hospitalization. Check it out! Helpful Books about Hospitalization A book is a great way to start explaining different things your child may see in a hospital. These are some recommendations. […]
MoreIt’s a rainy afternoon here in Miami today, perfect for cuddling up with a good book!
More“Honest, clear book about typical feelings kids have when a sibling gets sick, and how to cope. For ages 4 & up.” Source: Amazon.com
MoreLately I’ve heard many people in the child life profession buzzing about this book — sounds like a must read! ”In Far from the Tree, Andrew Solomon tells the stories of parents who not only learn to deal with their exceptional children but also find profound meaning in doing so.” Source: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0743236718/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
MoreWhen Someone Very Special Dies: Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief. Source: amazon.com
MoreHundreds of FREE children’s books you can read online or download to your e-library… Goodnight iPad is an especially cute one! 🙂 Source: http://www.wegivebooks.org/books
MoreGreat children’s book about separation. Source: http://www.amazon.com/Invisible-String-Patrice-Karst/dp/0875167349/?qid=1317622033&s=books&ref=sr_1_3&ie=UTF8&sr=1-3
MoreGet Rid Of The Hurt was written to help children find ways to grieve. Source: http://www.marcoproducts.com/getridofhu16.html
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