When children are faced with problems at school or high-stress family changes such as divorce, abuse, the loss of a loved one, frustration, or anger, they may see running away as the means to fix things instead of what it truly is—a dangerous way to avoid working out a problem.

This book illustrates the importance of finding an adult to help when the easiest solution seems to be to run from the problem. It demonstrates to kids how impossible it is to try to solve big problems all by themselves. It also gives kids the following coping tools:

Take calming breaths when feeling anxious or afraid

Listen to gut feelings when something isn’t right

Think hard about making good choices

Seek out trusted adults who can help

Talk out problems with others

Remember that other people care about them

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TOPICS: Running away, Problem-solving, Frustration

INCLUDES: Story, Personal safety tips, Suggestions for adults

GRADE LEVELS: 1-4/AGES: 6-9

AUTHOR: Alison Feigh

RECOMMENDED FOR: Elementary-school counselors, Librarians, Students

10 x 7.5, 32 pages, Hardcover, Color illustrations. 2008