Children’s Book
his birth mother who is addicted to a toxic plant. From fear and loss to
healing and hope, this book tenderly portrays the complexities of addiction,
abandonment, trauma, and healing.
The author lives on a horse ranch and has experience fostering and adopting
children, allowing her to masterfully weave this beautiful metaphor. This book
helps build bridges, teaching difficult topics without judgement or blame and
offers a compassionate view of addiction. It can grow with children through
different stages of their life, as they take in layers of wisdom at their own
pace. Reading Jumper is a great springboard for discussions on difficult
topics for young children and teenagers alike.
Perfect for children with:
* RAD, Reactive Attachment Disorder,
* ODD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder,
* SAD, Separation Anxiety Disorder.
* Abandonment Trauma
While invaluable for those involved with foster care or adoption, Jumper is a
powerful tool for teaching EMPATHY and a great addition to any family library.
JUMPER IS FOR EVERYONE. Thoughtfully written with deep sensitivity, Jumper
shows an example of unconditional love and its power to heal, while validating
the anger, pain and confusion that can be brought on by trauma. Young and old
will be captivated by this moving story. Whether you are a horse lover or not,
you will be by the end of this story!
 About the Author
for a total of nine. She has a bachelor’s degree in Special Education & a
lifetime of experience working with children of all ages both at home &
through volunteer work. She & her family recently moved from their home
just north of New York City to a quiet 100-acre ranch in the West, with a
dozen trail horses, cows, chickens, barn cats & her beloved Border-Aussie,
Blue. One of her favorite pastimes is singing & dancing with her family in
the kitchen. Bring on Ed Sheeran, Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Carly Simon, The
Beatles, or Alicia Keys…Bottom line, there is always music playing at the
Flake house.
