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Sometimes I just stutter / by Eelco de Geus ; translated by Elisabeth Versteegh-Vermeij.

Summary:

This is a wonderful book for kids of all ages. This book is written for all children who stutter. It talks about: - what makes you stutter, - why sometimes you stutter and sometimes you don't, - why some people don't understand why you stutter, - what others should know about stuttering, that a lot of other kids stutter too, and - what to do if you are teased about stuttering. There are many personal letters written by other children who stutter. Also included are letters that you can cut out or copy to give to your parents, teachers, grandparents, brothers and sister, and even aunts and uncles. Once other people have read these letters, they may want to read this book too and learn even more about stuttering. We hope you will like this book! -- Publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780933388420
ISBN: 093338842X
Physical Description: 40 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: Memphis, TN : Stuttering Foundation of America, 1999.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

Before you start reading this book -- Stuttering is no joke -- Sometimes you stutter and sometimes you don't -- What makes you stutter -- It takes a special skill to stutter -- When you feel angry or sad inside because you stutter -- When you get teased about your stuttering -- Some people just don't understand -- It is alright to stutter! -- You are important -- Just listen to these kids -- Tell your own story -- Who can help you? -- For brothers and sisters -- For fathers and mothers -- For teachers -- For grandfathers and grandmothers -- For uncles and aunts -- Fairy tale -- Last message -- Where to get information.

Target Audience Note:

"A book for children between the ages of 7 and 12"--Cover