Wonderful Wigs Children's Book
Wonderful Wigs is the first in a series of children's books that will strive to open up an indirect line of communication between parent and child to discuss life's rare but difficult issues. Written for children ages 4-10, this story is about a little girl recounting her experience with cancer, including when she lost her hair. Her mother takes her to a special wig stores, and she finds that wigs are not so bad, but more importantly, that she doesn't need a wig to be beautiful.
Childhood cancer is something that is a reality to many families. The author of these books believes that, "We must not underestimate the mind of a child. We should be able to be honest with our children without making them afraid, or downplaying what is happening to them, to the point that we ignore what is happening. Sometimes even adults have problems communicating what they feel, and when our children have questions, I feel like we should have answers; and, if we don't, we should be able to find helpful resources that can help us. Something children can relate to."
However, this book was not only written for children undergoing or recovering from therapy, it was also written for children that may have a loved one or friend with cancer. It gives parents an opportunity to discuss what's happening, from a positive aspect.
The illustrations in this book drive the point home, without being ominous or dark and gloomy. This gives these children a ray of hope, in a very uncertain time in their lives. In addition to the book, there is also a coloring and activity book available for sale, which gives both adult and child a chance to interact and discuss what they just read, in a fun environment.
You can purchase the book, get a preview or more information at www.chaunarcher.com or stores.lulu.com/
ISBN 978-0-9822272-
