"Beautifully written and illustrated, The Fix-It Man is a valuable tool for educators, parents, schools and all parents ... We are excited to add this deeply touching story to our resources to help grieving children heal." (Deirdre Hanna, Founder and Board Director - Hopewell Hospice Services Inc. and Paradise Kids)
"The Fix-It Man is a story that reflects the challenges of losing a loved one, acknowledging that there is a pain which cannot be fixed, but also acknowledging that with love and support, a child can move forward after a major loss. Many people avoid the topic of death, but in this book it is addressed respectfully and sensitively, and I believe that this will be a wonderful resource for those helping children deal with grief and loss.” (Sally-Anne McCormack, Melbourne-based Child & Adolescent Psychologist and author)
"This is a poignant story of loss and one that will resonate with many children who have lost a parent or other loved one. With its gentle text and soft palette, even though it is sad it is not gloomy because the love between this family oozes from the page and from that, the hope is tangible." (The Bottom Shelf)
"Poignant, perfectly pitched and picture perfect” (Boomerang Books)
"A fantastic book for those wanting to help teach their child about loss.“ (In The Good Books)
"Teachers agreed this would be a wonderful resource for a child dealing with loss with its gentle approach." (Jnr Bookworms)
"This story will pull at the heart strings and prompt conversations otherwise hidden beneath broken hearts.” (Creative Kids Tales)
“Compelling Children’s Book” (Gold Coast Bulletin)
"A beautiful way to talk about loss and grief" (Disney Princesses Magazine)
"Written with great compassion by Dimity Powell and beautifully illustrated by Nicky Johnston ‘The Fix-It Man’ is a perfect read for families going through a difficult time of grieving.” (Hip Little One)
It's handy having a dad who can fix just about anything. A young girl believes her father is the king of fixing things. But following the death of her mother, she discovers that broken hearts are not as easy to repair as damaged toys and cracked teapots. Together, she and her father find a way to glue back the pieces of her lives. The Fix-It Man is a poignant picture book that explores how a child can cope with the loss of a parent (in this case, the young girl's mother). Repairing damaged emotions is not as straightforward as gluing a broken kite back together or sewing up a torn toy. And grief affects all members of a family, with each responding in their own way to the loss. By sticking with her father, the young girl is able to strengthen her resilience and ability to cope with one of life's harshest experiences. The author was encouraged to seek publication for this story after receiving the endorsement of several grief counsellors who work with children and who recognised the need for a book such as this.
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Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00054348314
Cantidad disponible: 2 disponibles
Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Acceptable. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00043579924
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 19256206-6
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Very Good. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Nº de ref. del artículo: 18261829-6
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: PlumCircle, West Mifflin, PA, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Publisher overstock. May have remainder mark / minor shelfwear. 99% of orders arrive in 4-10 days. Discounted shipping on multiple books. Nº de ref. del artículo: mon0001272171
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1. Nº de ref. del artículo: G1925335348I3N01
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, Estados Unidos de America
Hardback or Cased Book. Condición: New. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. The Fix-It Man 0.95. Book. Nº de ref. del artículo: BBS-9781925335347
Cantidad disponible: 5 disponibles
Librería: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 0.97. Nº de ref. del artículo: 353-1925335348-gdd
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: As New. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Like New condition. A near perfect copy that may have very minor cosmetic defects. Nº de ref. del artículo: V18A-04015
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: JR Books, Grand Rapids, MI, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: New. Johnston, Nicky Ilustrador. Fast Shipping - Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!. Nº de ref. del artículo: 53KSIU000LDK
Cantidad disponible: 10 disponibles