On the News Read-Along

Our First Talk About Tragedy

read by Jillian Roberts, illustrated by Jane Heinrichs

tagged: law & crime, violence

Description

Introduces 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 parents to better handle questions that arise when children are exposed to the news.

About the Authors

Jillian Roberts

Dr. Jillian Roberts is a child psychologist, author, professor at the University of Victoria and mother of three children. Considered a go-to child psychology expert for journalists, Dr. Roberts is a contributor to the Globe and Mail, Global News and CBC. She is the author of two bestselling and award-winning series of children’s books: the Just Enough and the World Around Us series. Dr. Roberts' most recent titles (Calm and My Promise) are for the very youngest of readers and focus on building child resilience. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Jane Heinrichs is a children's book writer and illustrator. She is the author/illustrator of the hybrid graphic novel Every Home Needs An Elephant. Jane starts her day at a clear desk with her huge sketchbook (for books) and her tiny sketchbook (for daily drawings) but usually ends up sitting on the floor, surrounded by a collection of paints, pencils and papers. She lives in the UK with her family.

Age:: 6 to 8
Grade:: 1 to 3
Reading age:: 6 to 8

Awards

Commended, Children’s Book Council & National Council for Social Studies Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
Commended, Ontario Library association (OLA) Best Bets - Honourable Mention

Editorial Reviews

"An accessible, honest conversation starter that is a must-have purchase for all school and public library collections. Highly Recommended."

— CM Magazine

"A timely introduction to, and conversation starter on, tough current events for children. Hand to counselors and caregivers."

— School Library Journal

“Purposeful but effective.”

— The Horn Book Online

&quotThis picture book fills a gap in how to address tragedy and disasters with young children…Terrorism and man-made disasters are addressed in a humanizing way. Emphasis is provided throughout on resilience and positivity.&quot

— School Library Connection

"Well-intentioned, ambitious and heartfelt."

— Kirkus Reviews

"This book handles a sensitive topic with kindness, compassion, and empathy…A good beginning look at how to broach a complicated topic that's filled with positivity and hope."

— Booklist

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