Little Turtle and Kit feel like everyone around them is treating them like little kids when they feel like they are definitely more grown up than they used to be. Little Turtle’s mother has a really good way of explaining innocence using the weight of knowledge on a level Little Turtle understands and can explain to her friend Kit.
Every story in The Woodchuck Woods Series is a lesson for children to learn from, a different way for parents to approach teachable moments, and real life situations everyone has encountered.
Little Turtle and Kit, is an invaluable resource for both parents and children. This book explores common feelings children experience when they sense important information is being withheld from them. It helps parents recognize the importance of fostering open and ageappropriate conversations with their children about the power of knowledge. This story fosters a sense of safety and understanding in children, making it an essential read for nurturing parent-child communication and helping children feel cared for and understood.
– Brittany Norlin, MSc. Registered Psychologist
Clinical Director of Onyx AssessmentsThis well-written short story encourages a powerful lesson to be learned about information-sharing and healthy communication in childhood. The metaphor of the rock is a brilliant way of encouraging children to understand the necessary filtering of information from their seniors. The emotions of confusion and sadness experienced by the main characters is relatable for children of all ages, encouraging the healthy processing of these challenging emotions. Little Turtle and Kit is a cute story that is sure to be enjoyed by children and caregivers alike.
– Ali Skakoon
Registered Psychotherapist and Children’s Mental Health Specialist
