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Child Protection Services have been involved with Billy and his
mother for sometime now. He has been happily settled in a kinship
placement with his grandmotherand enjoys his pet cat, interacting
with neighbors and even taking pianolessons. As the story unfolds,
Billy's grandmother has unexpectedly passed awayand so the story of
"Billy Had To Move" begins.
Unfortunately, Billy's mother cannot be located. Mr. Murphy,
Billy's socialworker, places him in the foster home of Amy, Tim,
and their baby "Colly." Billyexperiences great loss resulting not
only from his grandmother's death, but alsothe loss of the life he
knew. Billy's inner journey therefore has also begun and withthe
help of Ms. Woods, a Play Therapist, there is hope.
Therapists' Acclaim for "Billy Had To Move"
"This gem of a book gently frames the stages of a child's natural
quest to makesense of his story. Fraser has created more than a
teaching story: she generouslyoffers a sacred space that
compassionately holds and supports the multidimensionalrealities of
our foster children and their birth families, our social workers
andfoster families, our teachers and child psychotherapists."
--Gisela Schubach De Domenico, PhD, MFT, R-PTS
"Billy Had To Move is a profound story about the complex issues
children in fostercare often face. Fraser provides important
lessons for caregivers. The bookgracefully introduces the sandtray
and provides insight into how powerful the experiencecan be when
the child has an opportunity to explore their trauma in
thesandtray."
--Mark E. Hulbert, MA, LLP
"A wonderful addition to the bibliotherapy field. This is a
much-needed book forfoster care children to help them in adjusting
to a new caregiver and placement. Itoffers a welcoming view of how
children's worries and losses can be understoodby a caring Play
Therapist, in a warm and inviting setting."
--Athena A. Drewes, PsyD, RPT-S; Director of Clinical Training, The
Astor Home for Children, Poughkeepsie, NY
"In this engaging, warm-hearted story, Billy grieving the loss of
his grandmother, finds a way to heal by expressing his thoughts and
feelings in Play Therapy.Highly recommended "
--Charles E. Schaefer, PhD, RPT-SDirector Emeritus, The Association
for Play Therapy
Learn More About This Book at www.TheresaFraser.com
From the Growing With Love series at Loving Healing Press
www.LovingHealing.com
Juvenile Fiction: Family - Orphans & Foster Homes
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READ & REVIEW Little Library Mouse--Dear Readers, We are asking
that YOU WRITE A SHORT REVIEW after you & your family enjoy
this book Add YOUR VOICE to others Many thanks
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At closing time a key locks the library, and unlocks the dreams of
a little mouse who waits in the shadows. Skipping, sliding, down
the pages of books--he steps inside magical stories, inviting
readers to come along for the ride. Witty verse and fantastical
illustrations celebrate the joys of reading in this tale with
innovative charm. IMAGINATION, A WONDERFUL THINK : "If you want to
stimulate your child's imagination, this is the book for you Each
page is filled with fantasy and wonder...Colorful and fun to read "
A NEW STEPHANIE LISA TARA FAN: "Unique, captivating and totally
engaging From one Mom to another, thanks Stephanie Your books help
us Moms do our jobs better MY KIDS (5, 6 & 8) LOVED IT "
WONDERFUL : "This story 'floats through air with the greatest of
ease.' Bravo, Little Library Mouse. Bravo Why not choose a book
with a thoughtful and positive message? " A SPECIAL ED ENGLISH
TEACHER'S TOP CHOICE : "Skillfully told, beautifully illustrated,
this teacher gives it a LARGE GOLD STAR Brilliant work " FUN IN THE
LIBRARY: "Written in a delightful rhyming prose that children love,
this picture book is perfect for reading aloud. I highly recommend
it for children, parents, & teachers...Even librarians : )"
DELIGHTFUL STORY FOR ALL BOOK LOVERS : "A delightful children's
picture book that adults will enjoy Written in a poetic, lyrical
style that will touch the emotions of any reader. This story speaks
directly to the HEART of any book lover Appropriate for all " A
CREATIVE AND ENCOURAGING TALE : "Little Library Mouse is VERY
HIGHLY recommended for parents seeking to instill a love of reading
in their children."
Child Protection Services have been involved with Billy and his
mother for some time now. He has been happily settled in a kinship
placement with his grandmother and enjoys his pet cat, interacting
with neighbors and even taking piano lessons. As the story unfolds,
Billy's grandmother has unexpectedly passed away and so the story
of "Billy Had To Move" begins.
Unfortunately, Billy's mother cannot be located. Mr. Murphy,
Billy's social worker, places him in the foster home of Amy, Tim,
and their baby "Colly." Billy experiences great loss resulting not
only from his grandmother's death, but also the loss of the life he
knew. Billy's inner journey therefore has also begun and with the
help of Ms. Woods, a Play Therapist, there is hope.
Therapists' Acclaim for "Billy Had To Move"
"This gem of a book gently frames the stages of a child's natural
quest to make sense of his story. Fraser has created more than a
teaching story: she generously offers a sacred space that
compassionately holds and supports the multidimensional realities
of our foster children and their birth families, our social workers
and foster families, our teachers and child
psychotherapists."
--Gisela Schubach De Domenico, PhD, MFT, R-PTS
"Billy Had To Move is a profound story about the complex issues
children in foster care often face. Fraser provides important
lessons for caregivers. The book gracefully introduces the sandtray
and provides insight into how powerful the experience can be when
the child has an opportunity to explore their trauma in the
sandtray."
--Mark E. Hulbert, MA, LLP
"A wonderful addition to the bibliotherapy field. This is a
much-needed book for foster care children to help them in adjusting
to a new caregiver and placement. It offers a welcoming view of how
children's worries and losses can be understood by a caring Play
Therapist, in a warm and inviting setting."
--Athena A. Drewes, PsyD, RPT-S; Director of Clinical Training,
The Astor Home for Children, Poughkeepsie, NY
"In this engaging, warm-hearted story, Billy grieving the loss of
his grandmother, finds a way to heal by expressing his thoughts and
feelings in Play Therapy. Highly recommended "
--Charles E. Schaefer, PhD, RPT-S Director Emeritus, The
Association for Play Therapy
Learn More About This Book at www.TheresaFraser.com
From the Growing With Love series at Loving Healing Press
www.LovingHealing.com
Juvenile Fiction: Family - Orphans & Foster Homes
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