What a novel concept: Encouraging children ages eight to twelve to tell their personal stories, to describe their unique experiences, at home, at school, on the playground, in stores, on the street, on trips, and how they react to those encounters; and then for readers, young and old alike, to actually listen to what they have to say in order to learn, understand, and grow.That has been the driving force of the Kids Speak Series and Kids Speak 4 is no exception. The happy and the sad, the fearful and the unexpected all combine in surprising, true stories that never fail to entertain and arouse interest.Prize-winning author Chaim Walder knows that boys and girls want to tell their stories, share what s in their hearts, to be heard and understood. For young readers, there s relief, also joy, in relating to those of an age and circumstance similar to their own; for adults, there s the sensitivity that comes with a better understanding of what goes on in a child s mind and heart. Its all part of what has made this series so immensely popular. - from Amzon