Product Description

Louis is back! And this time, he's learning all about personal space. Louis, a self-taught space expert is delighted to learn that his teacher has sent him to the principal's office to attend personal space camp. Eager to learn more about lunar landings, space suits, and other cosmic concepts, Louis soon discovers that he has much to learn about personal space right here on earth. Written with style, wit, and rhythm, personal space camp addresses the complex issue of respect for another person s physical boundaries. Told from Louis perspective, this story is a must-have resource for parents, teachers, and counselors who want to communicate the idea of personal space in a manner that connects with kids.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #12207 in Books
• Brand: Books By Julia Cook
• Published on: 2007-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .25 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781931636872
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review
Personal space, outer space... what s the difference? In the case of Julia Cook s latest book, the difference is a riot. Let s face it, explaining the concept of personal space to children isn t exactly easy, but as an experienced educator and astute author, Julia Cook leads her lovable character Louis, a self-proclaimed space expert, on an enlightening journey of discovery. While this down-to-earth book will serve as your child s very own personal invitation to attend personal space camp, it is also guaranteed to leave you (and anyone else who has any reason to interact with children) laughing your way out of the bookstore. --Laura A. Jana, M.D. - Associate Director, Boys Town Institute for Child Health Improvement

About the Author
Julia Cook is a former teacher and school counselor with a master's degree in elementary school counseling. She strives to help children explore their untapped potential by actively engaging them in creative stories that not only entertain, but inspire children to change for the better. Her fun, child-friendly stories are inspired by years of working with children and carefully listening to parents and teachers. She lives in Freemont, Nebraska with her husband and three children.

Customer Reviews

Funny book on serious topic
This book is great for those k-3rd grade kids who don't seem to understand that not everyone wants them in their face. Lois goes about his day crashing into people (flying through space) and is told he would have to go to Personal Space Camp. He is all excited because he imagines that he'll be flying rockets or getting to eat astronaut's ice cream. When he sees hoola hoops on the floor, he is confused... I love the gray pictures of Lois's imagination and how he views his world (or more appropriately, his out-of-this-world) experiences. At the end he finally realizes that he had misunderstood what others had been saying all along. The humor is just what this topic needs and it allows the kids to grow without being embarrassed.

Love this book! Great for kids who have "space" issues
I use this book as a teaching tool in social groups to talk about personal space and respecting others space. The book gives great examples of what is personal space when sitting, standing, waiting in line, etc. I love the humor used by the author to help kids understand that not everyone gets it at first about space. The main character finally gets it at the end about his relationship to others and that he wasn't attending a planetary space camp! Great story!

Fabulous Book about Personal Space!
I am a huge fan of Julia Cook! I have just recently discovered her books.

Louis has a problem with personal space, so he is sent to personal space camp. Louis thinks he is a space expert, outer space expert, so he is excited to go to space camp. It takes him awhile to realize that the principle is not talking about outer space. She is talking about personal space. The author gives examples that children can easily relate to about personal space.

Louis is a funny, and charmingly sweet character. I enjoyed the story as much as my children!