Author

Zeckhausen, Dina

Boyd, Brian (illustrator)

Place of Publication

Washington, DC

Publisher

Magination Press

Publication Date

2002

Physical Description

Paperback: 40 pages

Subject

Eating Disorders

Picture Books

Abstract

A story which addresses the complex problem of eating disorders in a language that children from ages 5-12 can understand. It is a beautifully illustrated book telling the story of two mice who use food in an effort to cope with the stress in their lives. "Mouse stress" involves an ever-present cat, mouse-traps, a dog and a rat who chase the small mice. The boy mouse, Billy Blue, overeats for comfort and solace. His sister, Sally Rose, under-eats in an attempt to reduce her size in order to be safe. While Billy is teased for being fat, his sister is admired for her tiny body. Their parents, though well intentioned, are distracted by work and compulsive cleaning. Their wise aunt teaches them to listen to their bodies, tune in to their feelings and get their needs met in more effective ways.

ISBN

9781433801334

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR BB 500 ZEC 2002

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