Children's Books, Pain Management 

Selected by the Canadian Toy Council as one of the Best Reads for 2014, winner of the 2011 Children's Literature Award presented by the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario and winner of the 2011 Pain Awareness Award presented by the Canadian Pain Society and the Canadian Pain Coalition. In GrrrOUCH! Pain is like a grouchy bear, Cathryn Morgan has created a story that a weary parent could read to their suffering, sleepless child anytime, day or night, and that a child would want to read again and again. Told from a child's perspective, the tone of the story is calm and compassionate, yet whimsical too. The rhyming text is paired with vibrant illustrations by artist Crystal Beshara that are designed to echo emotions, to trigger discussion, and to emphasize how other children learn to cope with their pain. Suitable for children ages six to ten, who are coping with physical or emotional pain, the book's message would also be helpful, for any child, in learning to understand the pain or illness of a grandparent or other family member.GrrrOUCH! Pain is like a grouchy bear is an invaluable tool for parents, pediatricians, child psychologists, rehabilitation specialists, physiotherapists, massage therapists, dentists, clergy, and social workers. It has the potential to make a significant difference in the lives of children, who are living with pain, and their caring families. - from Amzon