psychological aspects

A memoir in which the author, barely out of college, discusses the unrelated deaths of his parents within months of one another, and tells how he came to take responsibility for his eight-year-old brother, while also working to create the satirical magazine "Might.".

The impact of the war on common soldiers and civilians, describing the psychological and emotional atmosphere of World War II.

Discusses how fairy tales educate, support, and liberate the emotions of children.

Explores the feelings of frustration, sadness, and loneliness that a youngster may feel when a pet dies.

Presents read alouds and other instructional techniques to neutralize bullying behaviors in the classroom.

Is laughter really contagious? What makes something funny? This book explores the science and sociology of humor is accompanied by plenty of jokes and comic, and humor-related trivia.

Discusses the questions, fears, and fantasies many children experience when a parent or someone close to them dies.

Discusses typical feelings and incidents encountered by a child when a parent is seriously ill or hurt, as well as how it affects the entire family, and suggests ways to deal with such situations.

Musical poetry and vivid illustrations present the names of nine colors in English and Spanish.