Big Bear Was Not The Same
One scary day can change everything . . .
Little Bear loves the woods, his home, and going on adventures with his best friend, Big Bear. Big Bear is so big and strong and brave. He always protects Little Bear and helps him feel safe. Then something scary happens to Big Bear. He's caught in a forest fire. Even after he escapes and is safe, Little Bear can tell that Big Bear is not the same. He runs, roars, or freezes in fear when ordinary things happen in the woods that remind him of that traumatic day. How can Little Bear's big, strong, brave friend be so scared now? And how can Little Bear be a good friend?
In Big Bear Was Not the Same, Joanna Rowland, author of the bestselling book The Memory Box, gently introduces young readers to the common feelings of fear, anxiety, and anger that can follow a traumatic event, and shows them how to have empathy and compassion for themselves and for loved ones experiencing the effects of trauma.
Includes back matter written by a family therapist with information on how to talk about trauma with children.
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One scary day can change everything . . .
Little Bear loves the woods, his home, and going on adventures with his best friend, Big Bear. Big Bear is so big and strong and brave. He always protects Little Bear and helps him feel safe. Then something scary happens to Big Bear. He's caught in a forest fire. Even after he escapes and is safe, Little Bear can tell that Big Bear is not the same. He runs, roars, or freezes in fear when ordinary things happen in the woods that remind him of that traumatic day. How can Little Bear's big, strong, brave friend be so scared now? And how can Little Bear be a good friend?
In Big Bear Was Not the Same, Joanna Rowland, author of the bestselling book The Memory Box, gently introduces young readers to the common feelings of fear, anxiety, and anger that can follow a traumatic event, and shows them how to have empathy and compassion for themselves and for loved ones experiencing the effects of trauma.
Includes back matter written by a family therapist with information on how to talk about trauma with children.
Buy:
Indie
Barnes and Noble
Amazon
The Memory Box A Book About Grief
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"I'm scared I'll forget you…'
From the perspective of a young child, Joanna Rowland artfully describes what it is like to remember and grieve a loved one who has died. The child in the story creates a memory box to keep mementos and written memories of the loved one, to help in the grieving process. Heartfelt and comforting, The Memory Box will help children and adults talk about this very difficult topic together. The unique point of view allows the reader to imagine the loss of any they have loved - a friend, family member, or even a pet. A parent guide in the back includes expert information from a Christian perspective on helping children manage the complex and difficult emotions they feel when they lose someone they love, as well as suggestions on how to create their own memory box.
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Awards - The MoonBeam Award Silver for Picture Book All Ages
Mom's Choice Award Gold Seal Winner
Interview with John Edward show Evolve - https://vimeo.com/262302777
Reviews
Publisher Weekly
MariaDismondy.com
Mom-Spot.com
There's A Book For That
MidWest Book Review
Books For The Curious Child
Stay Through The Storm coming May 7, 2019
With lyrical text and comforting illustrations, Stay Through the Storm is a deeply moving meditation on the power of friendship to carry us through difficult times.
When dark clouds gather in the distance, two friends come together to comfort each other through the storm. They shield each other through the rain, make a fort inside, and play games between claps of thunder. Through it all, they come back to a consistent plea: Stay. Stay through the storm.
A story to bring hope in times of trouble, Stay Through the Storm is a moving reminder that we're never alone even when things seem darkest.
When dark clouds gather in the distance, two friends come together to comfort each other through the storm. They shield each other through the rain, make a fort inside, and play games between claps of thunder. Through it all, they come back to a consistent plea: Stay. Stay through the storm.
A story to bring hope in times of trouble, Stay Through the Storm is a moving reminder that we're never alone even when things seem darkest.
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STORYSTORM SUCCESS STORY
"Stay Through the Storm is a lovely book about the power of friendship and togetherness, especially when times are difficult. On the literal level, it gives young readers ways to cope with the storm outside, while using the storm as a metaphor for tumultuous times that people may endure. And the illustrations are warm, inviting, and so very charming! Rowland has a way of making difficult topics digestible for young readers." --JaNay Brown-Wood, author of Imani's Moon
"A sweet, uplifting book that shows the best way to get through any sort of storm is with the help of a good friend. A warm, reassuring story about overcoming life's storms -- big or small." --Pat Zietlow Miller, author of Be Kind
"Joanna Rowland's Stay Through the Storm, a sweet story about friendship and being courageous during a scary time, reads like a much-needed hug. Honestly, the world could use a lot more hugs--and books like this--right now." --Erin Dealey, author of Grandpa's Favorite, Grandma's Favorite and K is for Kindergarten
"Children who tremble at lightning and thunder will find comfort in this sweet picture book about overcoming fears with the help of a good friend." --Linda Joy Singleton, author of Crane and Crane
"A moving tribute to friendship and all the ways it can help us face life's greatest storms." --Jenny Lundquist, author of The Carnival of Wishes and Dreams
"Stay Through the Storm is a lovely book about the power of friendship and togetherness, especially when times are difficult. On the literal level, it gives young readers ways to cope with the storm outside, while using the storm as a metaphor for tumultuous times that people may endure. And the illustrations are warm, inviting, and so very charming! Rowland has a way of making difficult topics digestible for young readers." --JaNay Brown-Wood, author of Imani's Moon
"A sweet, uplifting book that shows the best way to get through any sort of storm is with the help of a good friend. A warm, reassuring story about overcoming life's storms -- big or small." --Pat Zietlow Miller, author of Be Kind
"Joanna Rowland's Stay Through the Storm, a sweet story about friendship and being courageous during a scary time, reads like a much-needed hug. Honestly, the world could use a lot more hugs--and books like this--right now." --Erin Dealey, author of Grandpa's Favorite, Grandma's Favorite and K is for Kindergarten
"Children who tremble at lightning and thunder will find comfort in this sweet picture book about overcoming fears with the help of a good friend." --Linda Joy Singleton, author of Crane and Crane
"A moving tribute to friendship and all the ways it can help us face life's greatest storms." --Jenny Lundquist, author of The Carnival of Wishes and Dreams
THE MEMORY BOOK A GRIEF JOURNAL FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - Coming January 2020 Preorders available now
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I will always remember you . . .Joanna Rowland's best-selling The Memory Box: A Book about Grief has helped thousands of children and families work through the complex emotions that arise after the loss of a loved one. Now, with The Memory Book, Rowland has created a beautiful grief journal to help readers put her methods into practice. The Memory Book helps grieving families process their emotions together by remembering their lost loved one and creating their own memory album full of photos and keepsakes of the person they lost. With gentle prompts and ideas for journaling, drawing, and talking through grief, this journal will bring comfort in the midst of loss and be a keepsake for families for years to come.
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On days when your faith is shaken, remember... A seed falls to the ground. A child moves away from home. Can life bloom in a new place? With gentle storytelling and poetic language, Joanna Rowland explores what it means to have hope--hope that things will get better, hope that you are cared for even when things are hard, and hope that new growth is waiting to burst forth, just around the corner. Links to buy below: Barnes and Noble Amazon Beaming Books Indiebound |
ALWAYS MOM; FOREVER DAD Published May 15, 2014 from Tilbury House Publishers. In today's world, more and more children have parents who live separately. As these children move between homes, they can't help but wonder: Will Mom still love me? Will dad? In this reassuring picture book, young readers see children who have two households whether because of divorce, separation, or other circumstances experiencing life's ups and downs with both parents secure in the knowledge that Mom will always be Mom, and Dad is forever Dad. I wrote this book so children will never doubt they are loved. I must say I adore Penny Weber's illustrations. She included 8 different families showing the beautiful diversity of the world we live in. I love that many children can see themselves in this book. :) China bought foreign rights for Always Mom, Forever Dad <3 Order a copy: Tilbury House Publishers Barnes & Noble Amazon |
