In this Taru Book, eight-year-old Joshua King has to muster up eugh strength to tell his mother about the sexual advances his stepfather is making toward him when she's t around. Joshua's trusted pal, Taru, encourages him to speak up. Together, Joshua and Taru show children what to do when someone touches them inappropriately. This book encourages children to break the silence. It also demonstrates the importance of prayer and loving God, helping children to understand that God hears their prayers, matter the place or the time. The authors give life to the subtle signs of child molestation in a bold manner t often seen or felt.It is so rare to find a book that will change lives and stimulate faith and hope in people who feel that all is lost. Little Kid, Big Fears is a big story that has been translated in a way that children can truly understand and the authors should be commended for their elegant, spiritual portrayal of a profound and difficult topic!-Monique Levermore, Ph.D., DABPS, licensed board-certified psychologist Geared toward children ages six to twelve, the Taru Books series, of which this is the second one, intends to inform children about different life situations they may encounter. Through the life experiences of a little boy and his stuffed pet elephant, Taru, children learn extraordinary lessons about life, family, love, and God.
