Trouble Talk
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Book Overview
Maya's friend Bailey loves to talk about everything and everyone. At first, Maya thinks Bailey is funny. But when Bailey's talk leads to harmful rumors and hurt feelings, Maya begins to think twice about their friendship. In her fourth book for children, relational aggression expert Trudy Ludwig acquaints readers with the damaging consequences of "trouble talk"-talking to others about someone else's troubles in order to establish connection and gain attention. Includes additional resources for kids, parents, and teachers, as well as advice from Trudy about how to combat trouble talk. Trudy Ludwig's books have sold more than 50,000 copies. Includes foreword by Dr. Charisse L. Nixon, author of Girl Wars: 12 Strategies That Will End Female Bullying.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1582462402
ISBN13:9781582462400
Release Date:May 2008
Publisher:Tricycle Press
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.80 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.3" x 10.3"
Age Range:6 to 9 years
Grade Range:Grades 1 to 4
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Another Great Book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I love everything about this book! I love the very thoughtful and insightful Foreword by Dr. Charisse Nixon. I love Ms. Prevost's beautiful illustrations. And, most of all, I love Ms. Ludwig's story which illustrates the power of our words. Relational aggression is an issue that is now being discussed more openly in both homes and classrooms, and this is a great book to facilitate some terrific discussions. Highly Recommended!
A True Learning Experience
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is one of the best books for children I've ever read. Trouble Talk tackles, so well, so completely, the REAL social problems that kids have to deal with - the rumors, the difficult friendships, difficult relationships, forgiveness, lies, trust...and the story is told so realistically. I could clearly hear all of the characters' voices in my head! This book would be perfect for a teacher to read to her students. I think it would spark such wonderful discussions about the above listed topics. Kids can learn so much from this book, and from each other, if only we talk about these subjects as Trudy Ludwig so beautifully did.
I loved this book!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Smart book about how words can hurt a friendship--and how friendships can heal. Trudy Ludwig has made a difficult topic accessible to young readers. I recommend it highly.
Trudy does it again!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Another great book by Trudy Ludwig! This is an excellent book for early elementary students. It would make a wonderful gift for the classroom. Teaching children early skills in conflict resolution is the way to a more peaceful adolescence, this books aids in the effort. A must have!
A much needed book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Trouble Talk, Trudy Ludwig's latest book, combines appealing characters, helpful adults, and great illustrations by Mikela Prevost to take on the important topic of rumors and gossip. Elementary school students, their parents, and their teachers will learn from this book- and enjoy themselves in the process. Stan Davis, Author of Schools Where Everyone Belongs, and Empowering Bystanders in Bullying Prevention.
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