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Testimonials
Gale House in Maryland
"It was amazing. I think the older letter is perfect for my child."
"I would love the book about diversity. You are giving kids information in words they can understand."
"Mental health aspect is so important. It leads into addiction. Hearing about kids going out and shaking a bottle and
then having other kids come running was heartbreaking."
"It was such a powerful story. She and the book touched my heart."
"Hannah did not let her background affect her path."
"She had all of us crying."
"It was a heart-warming experience."
"I really want the new book. My children are bi-racial. I know they would appreciate Blueberry Ice Cream."
"Hannah writes in a way that makes it teachable and understandable."
"I would love to have Hannah come back."
Eluna Network
The Letter was written to help children grasp the idea of substance use disorder as an illness and how to overcome shame. While living with her grandparents, Annie receives a letter from her mom about her struggles with substance misuse – reminding Annie that she is not to blame. This strength-based book provides a message of hope and love for Annie and her mother in kid friendly terms.
Towards the end of the book a heartfelt conversation takes place between Annie and her mawmaw, leading the young reader into a sample letter and activity.
When visiting the The Letter’s website, you will also find a series of lesson plans to accompany the book.
Each lesson plan provides clear instructions, educational standard & objectives, and printable activity pages for youth.
Abby Reichart, Certified School Counselor & Addiction Counselor
"As both a certfied school counselor & an addiction counselor, I see the two fold value in this book. First, the message in the story validates Annie's personal narrative - Reminding children that it is okay to have loved ones that are battle substance use, and that this does not undermine who they (the children) are. Secondly, it reminers readers that there is no place for shame or guilt in the hard fight to get well. In the beautiful illustrations, both Annie & her mother are celebrated for who they are, where they are, & the relationship that they share. The letter is definitely worth your consideration for lessons on this difficult and timely topic."
Black By God.org
"To be honest, as an 11-year-old Black girl living in the heart of Appalachia, this book really hit close to home. Sometimes, I look around and see that I’m the only Black person in a place, and it makes me feel alone. This book helped me to remember how beautiful and special we all are. Annie and Hope are both beautiful and special, just the way they are, just like you and I."
- Jayli Phillips
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Sarah Mayer, M.S., LPC, NCC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
"The lesson plans are great and I love how they integrate feeling identification and self development and identity in students, especially since difficult events can affect emotional and cognitive functioning in children."
Savanna Babcock MSW LiCSW
Clinical Director
Seneca Health Services, Inc.
"The Letter and Blueberry Ice Cream are very special children's books that address topics that cover real-life scenarios that many children experience. The books are worded in ways that are kid-friendly and encourage children to join in on conversations on topics like parental substance use and the stressors that come along with this. It encourages children to express and process their emotions, while also encouraging them to use positive coping skills. Blueberry Ice Cream addresses the topic of diversity and teaches children the importance of being kind to everyone, no matter what they look like. The topics that Hannah covers in her books are done in a way that is tactful and educational to children. I have witnessed myself the positive impact her books have had on giving children the language to understand real-life scenarios, as well as the tools to express and cope with the emotions that come along with the scenarios in her books."
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