This brief-easy-to-understand book explains what happens when a child discloses abuse and how various systems may respond to this disclosure, from investigation through prosecution or juvenile court involvement to therapy.

Intended for children ages 9-18, this book is written in a supportive tone and helps children to understand what abuse is, the steps that are taken to protect the child, the process of prosecuting the abuser, and the child's own feeling and healing process.

A counterpart to the Getting Ready for Court - Criminal Court Edition workbook (SAGE 2000) this child-friendly book is a first step in helping prepare primary aged children to testify in civil cases involving abuse.