A Friend Like Iggy Contributor(s): Cole, Kathryn (Author), Richards, Ian (Photographer), Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre (With) |
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ISBN: 1772600849 ISBN-13: 9781772600841 Publisher: Second Story Press OUR PRICE: $17.06 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Topics - Physical & Emotional Abuse - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Topics - Sexual Abuse - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Topics - Emotions & Feelings |
Dewey: 615.851 |
Lexile Measure: 610 |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 11.3" W x 8.6" (0.95 lbs) 32 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Friendship |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The true story of Iggy, a special dog who helps kids navigate difficult times. When children disclose abuse, they often navigate an unfamiliar chain of events, sometimes testifying in court. Iggy is a specially trained facilitator dog, and his job is to make each child he meets comfortable with the job they have to do. Iggy eases their path with his gentle, non-judgmental friendship. He can be present for police interviews, counseling sessions, court preparation, and testifying. He helps children aged three to eighteen feel more comfortable and confident. It's a big job, but not too big for a dog with an even bigger heart. |
Contributor Bio(s): Cole, Kathryn: - Kathryn Cole has spent a forty-five-year career in children's books as an illustrator, art director, editor, designer, and publisher at Scholastic, OUP, Stoddart Kids and Tundra Books. The books she has overseen have won multiple awards, including four Governor General's Awards. She is the author of the I'm a Great Little Kid Series with BOOST Child & Youth Advocacy Centre. Kathryn volunteered as a support to parents for thirteen years with BOOST in their crisis support and court preparation groups. She is co-managing editor at Second Story Press and lives in Toronto. |