Join us for a special read-aloud event designed for children ages 4-8. Through engaging stories and interactive activities, we’ll explore complex emotions and serious life events like trauma, parental incarceration, grief, and anxiety in a supportive and age-appropriate way.
This event aims to help young children understand and express their feelings while building resilience and empathy. Perfect for families looking to support their child’s emotional well-being in a compassionate environment.
September Title
A Terrible Thing Happened: A Story for Children Who Have Witnessed Violence or Trauma by Margaret M. Holmes
October Title
When Someone you love has died: Talking to young children about death by Stephanie Seidler
November Title
My Body sends a signal: Helping Kids Recognize emotions and express feelings (resilient kids) by Natalie Maguire
December Title
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
January Title
Knock Knock: My Dad’s Dream for me by Daniel Beaty
Registration required. Contact Anh (atranng@danburylibrary.org or 203.797.4505 ext. 7730) for more information or questions regarding the topics listed.
