Somebody Cares

By Susan Farber Straus, Claire Keay (Illustrator)

Children navigate neglect, seeking care and understanding in a world of change.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 30 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a world where neglect shadows their childhood, brave kids learn to navigate their emotions and behaviors. As they face the challenges of change, whether staying home or moving to foster care, they discover they are not to blame. 'Somebody Cares' offers hope and understanding, guiding them through the journey of healing and the promise of a caring future.

From the publisher

1st place, Picture Books ages 6 &amp; older, 2016 Purple Dragonfly Award This is a book for children who have experienced parental neglect and have been taking care of many things on their own. Every kid needs a grown-up who takes care of them and is kind to them. When kids don’t have the care, love, and attention that they need while growing up, they can feel lonely, sad, angry, or worried. Sometimes these feelings can cause problems with other behaviors, too. Somebody Cares follows children who have experienced neglect and helps them understand their associated feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It helps kids prepare for changes that occur as they and their families begin to receive help, whether they remain in their homes or transition to a kinship or foster family.And, mostly, Somebody Cares teaches kids that they were not to blame for their experiences and that they were brave to do so much on their own. Includes a Note to Readers inside for children and an online Note to Parents and Caregivers for adults.

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