Title: Several children who read it were unimpressed
Product review: Having read some of Stephen Lankton's professional texts, I had high hopes for this book. However, the book did not live up to my expectations. I read it to several children and they felt that there was not much substance to the book. (The kids actually put their comments in much more direct English)The book uses metaphorical language as well as direct insturction to help children who have specific fears (phobias.) In the story, a more experienced child, Knowsis, helps another child, Terry deal with her fears of the circus. Knowsis teaches Terry to access feelings of confidence and contentment. He then shows her how to experience these feelings when she is in a frightening situation.The theory behind this book is good. However it just does not translate well in this book format. Into The Great Forest is a better picture book for helping children with fears.
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