The Cat's Got My Tongue- A book about Shyness and Performance Anxiety (Building Resilience) - Softcover

Harmony, Doctor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1925420035 ISBN 13: 9781925420036

Publisher: Prosperous Alliance Enterprise Pty Ltd, 2015

Synopsis

Discover how Sal's pet cat, Matt, makes her feel nervous, shy and tongue-tied in this fun, rhyming educational book. Is she the only one who has a pet cat like Matt? Find out how she learns to live with Matt and build her confidence! Can you find Matt, hiding on each page? Kids, try out the fun activities in the back of the book to learn more about dealing with Matt. There is also a useful adults page at the end of the book to guide discussion with children about shyness and performance anxiety and managing it in constructive ways. "The Cat's Got My Tongue- A book about Shyness and Performance Anxiety" is one of four books in The Building Resilience picture book series. This series gives children, teachers and parents advice on how to deal with common situations and uncomfortable feelings. It also encourages parent-child discussion about difficult topics. Some topics (feelings and even common life events such as death) are traditionally taboo or are challenging for adults to talk about. If adults are uncomfortable talking about issues or feelings, it is even more difficult for children to discuss them or to know how to effectively cope with situations.This range of books opens the communication pathways, in a fun way, and helps children and adults face matters without shame, embarrassment or stigma. The author, Doctor Harmony, is an Australian psychiatrist and mother who has the desire to help build resilience in children by promoting awareness of feelings, positive communication and development of constructive coping skills. Having seen many adults who struggle with these issues, her books help to instill coping skills early in life. The books are easy for children to relate to and understand, especially as feelings are usually difficult for children to grasp, given the abstract nature of it. Look out for the other books in Building Resilience book series one: Jo, My Sad Hippo (A book about Sadness) My Pet Monster (A book about Worry) Kanga, My Dragon of Anger If you like series one, look out for series two! REVIEW by Kirkus Review "Matt appears in each illustration for readers to find; sometimes he’s interacting with Sal, but other times, he’s lurking elsewhere. It’s a good analogy for people with anxiety who, even when they are feeling good, wonder when uncertainty is going to strike... this book has moments of true understanding and empathy...the illustrations...have plenty of color and child-friendly appeal...the book’s fun activities, such as a maze and a word search, should engage young independent readers." REVIEW by Stephen Thompson, Editor and Publisher (Essteemedia) "What a great series. Gorgeous pictures, cute rhymes and wonderfully presented. What more could you ask for in a series of kids' books? Well. you could ask for an important message about behaviour, and maybe a note to parents about how to reinforce that message, and maybe a game or two to play. Check. The series has all that. They are not just picture books but are also handy reference books for parents ... and even adults in general. They might be set out as books for children, but there are a few tips in there that could help many grown-ups. Highly recommended for children of all ages."

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About the Author

The author, Dr Harmony is an Australian psychiatrist and mother who is dedicated to building a more resilient and confident young generation. The books are based on her clinical practice as a psychiatrist and her personal experience. She has seen many adults in clinical practice, for over fourteen years, with issues related to low self-confidence and self-esteem and difficulties coping with uncomfortable feelings, Dr Harmony is passionate about addressing these issues in childhood, with the hope of preventing mental illness in later life. Dr Harmony hopes to encourage children to identify their feelings, to express in constructive ways and to take positive action. By openly discussing the topics in a non-threatening and fun way, it helps children realise that other kids have similar experiences, that they are not alone and there is nothing to be embarrassed about.

Review

REVIEW by Stephen Thompson, Editor and Publisher (Essteemedia) "What a great series. Gorgeous pictures, cute rhymes and wonderfully presented. What more could you ask for in a series of kids' books? Well. you could ask for an important message about behaviour, and maybe a note to parents about how to reinforce that message, and maybe a game or two to play. Check. The series has all that. They are not just picture books but are also handy reference books for parents ... and even adults in general. They might be set out as books for children, but there are a few tips in there that could help many grown-ups. Highly recommended for children of all ages."

Edition details

• Publisher: Prosperous Alliance Enterprise Pty Ltd
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1925420035
• ISBN 13: 9781925420036
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 30