February 2010

The Brent Woodall Foundation is pleased to publish a new series of children’s books designed for our unique children and their special families. These books, geared for children ages 4 to 9, feature lovable kids coping with vital issues and mastering important life skills.

Joshua’s Place   AVAILABLE   $4.95

Joshua used to have trouble managing his emotions, but now he’s a “feelings doctor” for troublesome pets. Join Joshua as he helps the neighborhood’s most difficult pets to lead happier, more sociable lives. In the process, Joshua makes some interesting discoveries about himself and the people in his community.

“Joshua’s Place presents a marvelous opportunity for parent and child to think and talk about feelings…. Through being understood and understanding ourselves, we can become deeply and meaningfully connected to other people. We can better understand the inner worlds of others and use this knowledge to help them.”

                                    --Dr. William Singletary, child psychiatrist and psychoanalyst,
                                       President, Margaret Mahler Psychiatric Research Foundation

Jamie’s Puzzle  AVAILABLE   $4.95

Jamie is a bright girl with autism. She’s a whiz at puzzles, but a bit confused when it comes to forming social connections. When she joins a social skills group, Jamie learns the ABCs of friendship and begins to generalize newfound skills to school and community.

Connecting Kayla (Forthcoming, Spring 2010) $4.95

Noisy Kayla has more energy than she knows what to do with. Turns out this snapping, tapping, “lively” girl is a perfect candidate for sensory integration therapy. Kayla finds a way to connect her body and spirit and turn her energies into positive directions.

Danny, Down to Earth (Forthcoming, Spring 2010)  $4.95

Sweet-natured Danny has ADD, and despite his good intentions, he can’t quite seem to get it all together. One day, an understanding resource teacher takes Danny under his wing, and slowly, Danny finds that schoolwork is less of a challenge, and shoelaces stay tied.

 

Meeting Mei Mei (Forthcoming, Spring 2010)  $4.95

Social anxiety has hindered Mei Mei from forming friendships and speaking up in class. The daily life of a lonely child improves as a sensitive teacher integrates her into the classroom and paves the way for the blossoming of relationships and self-esteem.