This beautifully illustrated and sensitively written storybook has been created to help young children understand domestic abuse and coercive control. Floss is a happy little puppy who loves going to Doggy Daycare and playing with her best friend, Houdini. The story explores how things change when her Mum’s new friend, Boss, comes into their lives. It helps children who have experienced domestic abuse and trauma to make sense of their feelings, teaching them to seek help and stay safe.
Key Features
- Can be used to support the ‘Healthy Relationships’ topic in the PSHE curriculum
- Can be used to address the topic of domestic abuse and coercive control with individuals, small groups and whole classes, enabling dialogue around a sensitive issue
- Encourages children to seek support
Additional Information
Designed to be used with primary-aged children, this book provides a vehicle for talking to children about staying safe and their emotional wellbeing. It is also available to purchase as part of a set with a professional guide to support the sensitive and effective use of the storybook.
Specifications
Author: Catherine Lawler and Abigail Sterne
Illustrator: Nicky Armstrong, B.A. (Hons) Theatre Design, M.A. Slade School of Fine Art
Recommendations
This book is recommended for educators and caregivers working with children who may have experienced domestic abuse, providing valuable insights into emotional wellbeing and safety.
