Tanya and the Tobo Man / Tanya Y El Hombre Tobo: A Story for Children Entering Therapy / Una Historia Para Ninos Que Empiezan Terapia

By Lesley Koplow

Book Overview

The Tobo Man came at night.
El hombre Tobo vino en la noche.

He woke Tanya up and made her cry.
Depert a Tanya y la hizo llorar.

Mama said, "Don't worry, baby. It's only a dream."
Mam le dijo, "No te preocupes, cari o. Es s lo un suc e."

All children find the world a scary place at times. But when children's fears seem to linger and prevent them from enjoying life at home and adjusting well at school, parents may seek professional help.

In this beautifully illustrated book designed to help children who are entering therapy, Tanya and her mother--after some hesitation--seek outside help to combat her imaginary demon, the invisible but terrifying Tobo Man.

Written in both English and Spanish, this book uses story to explore what therapy for children is all about.

From the Introduction for Parents:

All young children find the world a scary place at times. But some children's fears seem to linger and prevent them from enjoying their lives at home and adjusting well at school. Parents may feel helpless to make the child feel better, but may hesitate to get professional help for a child so early in life....Tanya and the Tobo Man will help young children and their parents prepare for treatment and to feel more familiar with the therapeutic process.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0945354339
• ISBN13: 9780945354338
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Magination Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3