Using Books to Help Build
a Child’s Coping Skills

Bobby’s Books is a program that uses books to help children and adults deal with difficult issues. Using children's literature as a springboard for conversations will give kids the chance to express their feelings and tell their own stories.

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The Tenth Good Thing About Barney
Judith Viorst

"My cat Barney died this Friday. I was very sad. My mother said we could have a funeral for him, and I should think of ten good things about Barney so I could tell them..."

But the small boy who loved Barney can only think of nine. Later, while talking with his father, he discovers the tenth -- and begins to understand.

This book discusses the loss of a favorite pet and the sadness you feel when the pet is no longer with you. Coming up with a list of all the things you loved about that pet can help to reduce sadness iand help to see the value that pet brought to your life. A pet is part of your family and that relationship is between a child and his/her pet can be strong.

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