The Boy Who Built a Wall Around Himself : A Therapeutic Story for Children Who Hurt - selected for The Reading Agency's "Reading Well" initiative

Boy built a wall to keep himself safe. Behind it he felt strong and more protected. Then Someone Kind came along. She bounced a ball, sang and painted on the other side of the wall, and Boy began to wonder if life on the other side might be better after all. Written for children aged 4 to 9, this gentle full-colour picture book uses a simple metaphor to explain how children who have had painful or traumatic experiences can build barriers between themselves and other people.It will help children explore their feelings and encourage communication.