Let the Sun Shine in From the Black Hole. (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798344582375)

This is a suicide prevention book to help children talk about a difficult topic. It can be used as a suicide prevention book or a book for parents counselors, behavior interventionists, and teachers to use with children who have thoughts of suicide. This book has a teacher component as well. The teacher component if used along with this book can assist students/children in understanding it's okay to share their feelings about suicide, who they can talk to if they have feelings of suicide, and let them know they aren't alone. Suicide is a difficult subject for children to talk about but it is very real. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in children between the ages of 10 and 14. This book uses personification to allow children to relate to the character's feelings of hopelessness while allowing children to open up if they have feelings of suicide. Many schools are mandating suicide prevention programs within their districts. This book paired with the teacher component would be easily added to any school district's suicide prevention program and it is evidence-based. The suicide prevention phone number is 988, it is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
Jersey Jack was an athlete well like by his classmates, and a good student. He came from a great familywho loved him w=, was supported at home and in school. He was one of the best players on his team and took on leadership responsibilities. On the outside, he seemed to have everything going for him. On the inside he felt horrible. His grades started to slip. Jersey was not starting in games, overwhelmed by responsibilities and questioned if he wanted to be alive . He reached out to his best friend for help. Calvin, Jersey's best friend knew this was bigger than him and he needed support. This book allows children to understand if they are having thoughts of suicide, they are not alone and there is help and support out there for them. Talking about suicidcan be difficult. This book has a teacher component. The materials teach vocabulary, warning signs, and risks allowing people to understand what they can do to support our youth.

Author: Julie Sorenson
ISBN-13: 9798344582375
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 10/30/2024
Pages: 44
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.37lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.11d