Not in Room 204: Breaking the Silence of Abuse (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780807557662)

Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book 2007
Eloise Jarvis McGraw Award for Children's Literature, 2007 Oregon Book Awards

STARRED REVIEW! "This picture book's strength is in the forthrightness of its message and the sensitivity of its presentation: Regina's father's actions are implied but never stated, and Regina's trust in her teacher is firmly in place before the situation unfolds...The text and digitally enhanced artwork work together well to express the book's message smoothly. The characters, especially Regina, dominate the illustrations, which are notable for their clear lines and interesting and varied textures and colors. This helpful picture book will raise children's awareness of sexual abuse without raising anxiety."--Booklist starred review

Mrs. Salvador is one tough teacher. But Regina Lillian Hadwig, a very quiet student, doesn't mind. She likes the order and discipline Mrs. Salvador expects. At a report card conference, Mrs. Salvador tells Regina's mom that Regina is doing a great job, but that she is very quiet. "Are you quiet at home, like you are in school?" Mrs. Salvador asks Regina. And Regina thinks of the secret she keeps so quiet--the one even her mom doesn't know, about the secret things her father does. "Yes, I'm quiet at home, too," says Regina. "Maybe we can work on that," says Mrs. Salvador. When Mrs. Salvador reads a book about Stranger Danger, she emphasizes one thing--that the person doing the inappropriate touching might not be a stranger at all. It might be someone a child knows very well. Will Regina find the courage to tell Mrs. Salvador her terrible secret?

Author: Shannon Riggs
ISBN-10: 0807557668
ISBN-13: 9780807557662
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2017
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.80h x 7.80w x 0.20d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 114747 / Not in Room 204