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Tag: WIRTA-LEIKER Chaitra

  • Casey Conquers Bedtime

    Casey Conquers Bedtime

    by Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker; illustrated by Penny Weber

    Casey doesn’t like bedtime. His parents introduce him to Dr. Chaitra, a transracial adoptee just like Casey, who explains how going to sleep and even waking up can bring up scary feelings for adopted kids. She helps Casey think about bedtime differently and combines a special…

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  • Marie Discovers Her Superpowers

    Marie Discovers Her Superpowers

    by Dr. Chaitra Wirta-Leiker; illustrated by Penny Weber

    Marie doesn’t want to go to the park anymore. Mom introduces her to Dr. Chaitra, a transracial adoptee just like Marie, who helps kids talk about tough feelings. In therapy, Marie finds the courage to share how she felt when a family at the park peppered…

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