Argo & Me

Written by Chandra Ghosh Ippen and Erich Ippen Jr.

A child and puppy find trust and safety after trauma through family support.

4.5/5 Goodreads · 76 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A child and a puppy, both with turbulent pasts, embark on a journey to overcome fear and mistrust. With the help of a caring family, they learn to trust, love, and find a true home. As they confront their fears, they discover the power of supportive relationships in healing emotional wounds. This touching tale invites readers to explore the impact of trauma and the transformative strength of family bonds. Will they find the safety and love they seek? Perfect for sparking conversations about overcoming adversity and the importance of emotional growth.

From the publisher

“A touching tale, flawlessly told.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review”Ultimately this touching tale speaks volumes about overcoming trauma and the value of family-in all its many forms.” - Booklife Reviews, Editor’s PickArgo and Me is a heartwarming story about a puppy and a child who have each had multiple homes and tough times. Together, with the help of family, they figure out what scares them, they learn that they are lovable, and they find safety and home.Families and therapists will find that the book helps start important conversations about times when children may have felt scared, how this may affect them, and ways that grown-ups can help them feel safe and loved.The book may be especially helpful for children who . . .Have experienced very stressful or traumatic experiencesHave been involved with the foster care system whether they currently reside with their birth parents or foster parentsHave been adoptedHave friends or family members who have been through tough timesThe story was developed by the team that created . . .Once I Was Very Very ScaredYou Weren’t With MeHoldin PottMama’s Waves/Daddy’s WavesThe Trinka and Sam Story Series - a free disaster series, jointly created with the National Child Traumatic Stress Network that has been shared with well over 400,000 families around the world.

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