Sometimes I'm Scared

Children's Literature - Jennie DeGenaro

The authors speak to children about things that may scare them and accompany their text with colorful pictures that relieve the stress. They present simple strategies for helping children overcome their fears. The illustrations are beautifully done and fit in well with the text. There are examples of how children become afraid of fires, spiders and thunder among other things. At the close of this unpaged soft cover book, a "Note to Parents" offers suggestions for parents to guide them in helping their fearful children. Some fears may appear illogical to adults, but they are very real to the children who experience them. The illustrated section is clearly for children, with suggestions directly to help them overcome their fears. The book should be available to children who want to read the story again. Parent information includes the psychology behind suggestions. If you have a fearful child or a fearful student, this may be the book you have been looking for. Reviewer: Jennie DeGenaro