Alfie (“Burhan” in the Arabic version) is acting strange; he is quiet and dutiful, which worries his father. Could it be because he is starting school soon? A story that supports the child in his new journey to school. Translated by Mona Henning. Published by Dar al-Muna.
Age Group: The orchard
Book-Related Family Activities
فعاليات متنوّعةDear Parents,
Does this situation sound familiar?
Many children in this age group find it difficult to sleep on their own, perhaps because of fears that concern them, or because of the difficulty in separating from their parents, or retreat from their fully active day; In order to do so, they need a “transitional ritual” from their waking state to their sleeping state. The ritual may be a story that the child reads with their parents, or a simple game in a calm atmosphere. Children in this age group are also busy testing the limits of what’s permitted and what’s forbidden, and they experiment with the parents’ ability to endure. This is their way of arranging their inner world in a clear and consistent manner, and in gaining a sense of security in the presence of people who understand and fulfill their needs, while at the same time setting certain limits.
Publishing:
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Year of Distribution:
2014-2015
