- Hardcover: 32 pages
- Publisher: Child Heroes Publishing (April 1 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0974656828
- ISBN-13: 978-0974656823
- Product Dimensions: 27.9 x 22.2 x 0.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 363 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #759,493 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
Eli the Bipolar Bear is about a child struggling with drastic mood swings and seeking to resolve the issue that is disrupting his whole life. With the help of his parents and a wise old bear, Eli is able to understand what is happening to him and find resources to manage this disorder.
About the Author
Sharon Bracken is a native of Norfolk, Virginia. She graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Child Development. For over 20 years, she has worked as a child development specialist. Because there were no resources available for her son, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of just nine, she wrote the story, Eli the Bipolar Bear. Joshua Nash is a graphic artist in Roseville, CA. He enjoys drawing and making things up. In addition to his own work, he has worked on many exciting projects with clients such as Scholastic, Child Heroes Publishing and Hooked on Phonics. When he is not drawing, he enjoys eating Chinese take-out, and renting movies with his wife, cat and dog.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Eli the Bipolar Bear - Very good, April 28 2010
By John J. Cornelius - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Eli the Bipolar Bear (Hardcover)
My wife purchased this book to explain bipolar disorder to our children after she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder II, a milder form. Our children are 8 and 6. The illustrations in the book are beautifully drawn and colored and the expressions on Eli and his friends and family are easy to identify for children. Our kids were quickly drawn into the story which explained the complicated emotions, conflicts and treatment for the disease in a simplified, easy to understand way.Perhaps the only complaint we had was that the story was very expository with little to no dialogue or action. Maybe that is the best way for it to be written and our kids weren't complaining. Our youngest really enjoys the book, asks for it at bedtime and looks at it for awhile afterwords.
I would have no qualms about recommending this book to anyone with young children who have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or have someone they love who has been diagnosed. It makes the disorder a little less scary and more manageable.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Left a little to be desired, April 19 2012
By P. Boyd - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Eli the Bipolar Bear (Hardcover)
I have a 7 year old son newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder and I can't read this book to him. Eli is a sweet little bear with challenges like my son, but unlike my son, and most children diagnosed bipolar, the first "fish" medication worked for him. We've learned the first try may not be the one that works...lots of trial and error with disorder. My son has been on a number of meds (after trying the natural route for 2+ years) and we're still trying to find the right one. He's discoraged and to see Eli get it the first try would only be more discouraging. I think if this is being used to explain the disorder to a child about someone else who has the disorder it would be a great resource.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great for kids, but a little "fishy", Oct 30 2010
By Andrew Foell - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Eli the Bipolar Bear (Hardcover)
Eli the Polar Bear is a great book to introduce kids with bipolar disorder to the topic and their differences. I think it is both good for BP kids and for NT kids to understand some of the issues surrounding the disorder. My only "beef" with this story is the "fishy" ending.... I like that the author supports treatment, but I disagree with the idea that a "diet of special fish" is the order of the day. Many BP kids may use fish oil Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega, 1,000 mg Fish Oil, 180 Soft Gels(be sure to consult with your health care provider) as a supplement, but most will require some serious meds, including lithium, in addition to therapy. "Fish tales" aside, this is a great book to educate children about a very real disability suffered by kids as well as adults.
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