Written by Nancy C. Klein
Illustrated by Matt Holden
$12.95

This book is much more than a coloring book. Each page reinforces a positive statement. A main idea is suggested, but the pictures are designed to be open-ended. Children can bring their own ideas to the pages. The drawings allow children to develop and express personal interpretations of the positive statements. The goal is to reinforce the messages so your child is able to remember then and use them when needed in other situations. In addition to the pictures, there are pages for writing about feelings and experiences. Games, mazes and puzzles are also included. These child-centered activities help reframe medical events so children are better able to cope with potential stress.

Children will find many hours of enjoyment within this book. The activities can be enjoyed at any time, but they are especially good for quiet times such as waiting for appointments, driving in the car, and during times of rest and recuperation.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nancy Klein, M.A., combines 20 years of teaching with lessons learned from her own experiences with cancer in developing resources for children facing serious illnesses. As a speaker and educator, Ms. Klein's teaching covers the full spectrum from elementary school to university classes. She is currently working on her next book, Healing Images for Women, as she continues on her own healing journey.

COMMENTS FROM REVIEWERS

"...a veritable 'toolbox' of strategies for coping and healing. It is a multidimensional program to be used across a range of personal and medical contexts."
--Joel Wish, Ph.D., Director of Health Psychology, Clinical Associate Professor

"...motivating for kids and can be used therapeutically to encourage physical as well as emotional expression. The pages incorporate visual motor integration and visual perceptual skills, fine motor strengthening and sensory experiences into creative and fun activities for children with chronic illnesses."
--Sar Clark, M.S., O.T.R., Occupational Therapist

"...gives a sense of peace and well-being, along with encouragement and self-help ideas. I thought every one of the thought-provoking activity suggestions was right on. My son immediately began coloring and reading the pages. When he finished with the writing and drawing, the book became a keepsake."
--Barbara Schmidt, parent of three children