Author: Lucy Nathanson Description: A letter to my teacher: Why I can’t speak at school is a book about Jess, a child with Selective Mutism. Jess writes a heartfelt letter… Continue reading A Letter to My Teacher: Why I Can’t Speak at School
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Annika and the Treasure of Iceland
Author: Antje Bothin Description: “It was as if there were two Annikas, the loud, lively girl at home and thesilent shadow of herself in public. It was unbearable to be… Continue reading Annika and the Treasure of Iceland
L’histoire de Sophie: Un guide pour comprendre le Mutisme Sélectif (French Edition)
Author: Vera Joffe, Ph.D, APBB Description: This book is written from the point of view of a child with Selective Mutism, an anxiety disorder that children display when they feel… Continue reading L’histoire de Sophie: Un guide pour comprendre le Mutisme Sélectif (French Edition)
Nellie in Knots: Talent Show Trouble: With Techniques and Tips for Managing Anxiety
Author: Amy Neeren, PhD Description: Hilarious, heartwarming, and secretly packed with tips from a clinical psychologist, Nellie in Knots is the perfect read for anxious kids. Nellie has worry thoughts–lots of them. Math… Continue reading Nellie in Knots: Talent Show Trouble: With Techniques and Tips for Managing Anxiety
Talia Turtle’s Brave Bubbles
Author: Julie Graham Description: What makes you tremble and your heart race? For Talia the Turtle, it’s talking. She is afraid to speak – she doesn’t like the way her… Continue reading Talia Turtle’s Brave Bubbles
Bravery Grows
Authors: Dr. Melissa Giglio and Daisy Geddes Description: Bravery Grows tells the story of a child struggling with anxiety and worry. While confident at home, her brave glow dims at… Continue reading Bravery Grows
Being Brave with Selective Mutism: A Step-By-Step Guide for Children and Their Caregivers
Author: Rachel Busman, PsyD, ABPP Description: If you’ve picked up this book, talking is probably pretty hard for you. Maybe you really want to talk but feel too nervous to… Continue reading Being Brave with Selective Mutism: A Step-By-Step Guide for Children and Their Caregivers
My Friend Daniel Doesn’t Talk
Author: Sharon Longo Description: This beautifully illustrated book can be used to educate children so they may understand that there are children like Daniel who are so “shy” or socially… Continue reading My Friend Daniel Doesn’t Talk
Leo’s Words Disappeared
Author: Elaheh Bos Description: As Leo starts school, something strange happens. His words disappear! Now Leo must find new ways to give his words the courage to come back. A… Continue reading Leo’s Words Disappeared
Mason is Learning to Roar
Author: Dr. Monique Mondesir & Michael Millington Description: Mason is a young lion with Selective Mutism, a childhood anxiety disorder which prevents him from speaking in a school setting. This… Continue reading Mason is Learning to Roar