A
Wonderful Story for Children Dealing with Bullies
A ten-year-old boy named Milton Hastings, Jr. moves to Smithville,
a common occurrence for his military family. This move is without
his father, who died a war-hero, and Milton struggles with the changes
around him. Without friends, clumsy Milton becomes an easy target
for the rich kid bullies at the school he attends.
The
magic of a mischievous gnome named Duffy McDoogle guides Milton
through a magical journey of right and wrong. A journey that allows
Milton to choose his own path, to learn the consequences of revenge,
how to make the right decisions, and what friendship really means.
MILTON'S
DILEMMA is an enchanting story, wonderfully written by Patricia
Gatto and John De Angelis. The beautiful illustrations of Kenneth
Vincent are filled with rich color and detail. A lovely book for
parents and teachers to share with their children, taking them on
a journey of their own while teaching them how to listen to their
heart. This is one any child is sure to enjoy!
P.
Hunt
Graphic Designer and Freelance Writer
Amazon Reviewer
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Insightful,
Entertaining, and Important
Gatto
and De Angelis' book and programs are insightful, entertaining,
and important. Our children are precious and deserve the freedom
to be themselves, to get an education without fear and to be safe.
An anti-bullying program needs to be implemented wherever children
and teens gather such as in schools; one of the largest places of
offences.
Milton's
Dilemma is recommended for those with children and/or who work with
them. Children need adults who care about them no matter who they
are, where they're from, or what they look or think like.
One
of the most important topics for a book, or program, I've ever reviewed.
Christina Francine Whitcher
Midwest Book Review
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Fantastic
Book for Children about Bullying
MILTON'S
DILEMMA is a fantastic book that will teach school-age children
from kindergarten to sixth grade that bullying and revenge is unnecessary,
and unkind. Milton is a character whom many children will identify
with, as are his tormentors, Ralphie, Jimmy, and Tommy. Patricia
Gatto and John De Angelis have put into words what most children
experience everyday. While this will help children, this is also
a fantastic book for parents to read as well, so as to see what
their children may be going through, as well as to open up a floor
for discussion about bullying, and the repercussions it carries
along with it. Join Milton through his quest for friendship, self-acceptance,
and consequences, as you will not be disappointed.
Erika
Sorocco
Top 500 Reviewer
Amazon.Com
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"MILTON'S
DILEMMA so cleverly demonstrates to the child reader that they are
uniquely special and that they MUST let their own personal beauty
shine through. So often, children fail to recognize and embrace
their own self-worth and personal talents. And after all, it is
those vivid differences that make us truly unique and remarkable,
and this world a better place in which to live."
Judge
Marjorie O. Rendell
First Lady of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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"Milton’s
Dilemma tugs at the heartstrings, invokes empathy, and allows the
reader to come to their own conclusions without preaching. The brilliant
prose and wonderful illustrations provide a unique opportunity to
discuss the consequences of bullying and retaliation, and assist
in further development of a child’s moral awareness. The authors
have not only weaved an exciting and entertaining story, but have
created a vehicle for educators and parents alike."
Robert
S. Conquest, MSW
Certified Therapeutic School Social Worker
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