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Miami, FL – It’s that time again…before you know it, hurricane season will be with us again. When making preparations, please don’t forget about involving the children in your preparedness activities so they too are ready! Each year tropical storms develop over the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. Many stay over the ocean and never impact land, but in an average three-year period, roughly five hurricanes strike the U.S. coastline.
While preparing for a hurricane can be a stressful time for a child…actually living through one is even more stressful. Without knowledge about what is happening, children are worried and fearful. This book is designed to explain to your child what to expect, from the initial warning that a hurricane is coming, to the aftermath of the storm. “I think you should encourage your child to ask questions as the story is read,” Miami author, Jill Klaskin Press said. “And, you should answer in an honest, straightforward manner…using language they will understand.” She said, “By following this advice, you’ll be able to calm a child’s fears, address their concerns, and help them survive the hurricane experience very well.
Time to Get Ready will help explain the phenomenon of hurricanes to children ages 4-8 in a “grow and learn” non-threatening way, from a child’s perspective. The paperback has vibrant illustrations and straightforward dialogue. Children will be able to follow along as Mia and Jonathan’s entire family, including Elvis the dog, pitch in to get ready for a hurricane, experience the event, and recover from the storm.
Time to Get Ready...A Hurricane is Coming to Our Town! is dedicated To the Children...the most vulnerable people affected by natural disasters. Klaskin Press will donate a portion of all book sales to charitable organizations such as, Feed The Children. To learn more about Time to Get Ready...A Hurricane is Coming to Our Town! visit www.time2getready.com