Reviews
ReviewsGood subject, beneficial message – “be who you are.” Emphasizes kindness. Children are encouraged to develop their self-esteem. This program encourages them to identify with the idea that making mistakes doesn’t mean you can’t become successful. Good animation with a live host, Trevor. Fast pace, appropriate music. Very current with cell phones, music, skate boards, etc. The issue of cliques is a serious one and needs to be talked about. This film helps open up the discussion and makes kids aware of the problem. Adult Juror, Kids First! on “Cliques, Phonies & Other Baloney” What On Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? – “…is a great way of helping children through a difficult time.” NFDA (National Funeral Directors Association) Taking The ‘Duh’ Out Of Divorce – “This fast-paced and engaging production will effectively open the lines of communication and encourage healing.” School Library Journal Facing Fear Without Freaking Out – “Great message. We all face fears but many kids don’t want to admit theirs. This brings fears into the open and helps kids identify and deal with them. Offers morally and ethically sound advice. Many times children fail to participate in activities because of their fear of failure. This presentation helps them recognize and overcome these fears. Catchy music, interesting graphics and animation. One librarian said, “After seeing this, I intend to purchase other titles in this series!” Trevor Romain is a master at presenting sensitive subjects to children.” Kids First! Taking The ‘Duh’ Out Of Divorce – “Provides accurate information and facts about divorce. Assists children in working through emotional issues of divorce and provides positive role models for addressing issues about divorce. Love that this emphasizes that divorce is between parents and not between the parents and child. Takes the kids’ viewpoint into consideration. Skye represents the female gender with style, attitude and strength. Jack represents the boyish behaviors of frivolity, humor and compassion. Available in English and Spanish with subtitles. Excellent content, production values, animation, music.” Kids First! Facing Fear Without Freaking Out – “This excellent production is right on target. Children and adults will be entertained and hardly even realize that they’re being educated at the same time. It would be a fabulous choice for classroom use, and would lead naturally into important discussions about fear and coping. You might even want to show it before the next standardized test.” School Library Journal (SLJ.com) Video of the Week The Trevor Romain videos give kids “…concrete solutions on how to cope with not wanting to do homework or facing a bully at school.” The Austin American Statesman “Fast paced… fun” Entertainment Weekly “Humor rules…” Parenting Magazine “Trevor Romain Collection focus on issues… in a kid-friendly way.” Child Magazine Bullies Are A Pain In The Brain – “…common sense approach to dealing with not-so-nice classmates…” Working Mother Magazine “There’s something Mr. Roger-ish in the way Trevor Romain approaches kids and tries to help them with their problems.” Dallas Morning News Bullies Are A Pain In The Brain – “Blends humor with serious, practical suggestions for coping with bullies.” Parenting Plus How To Do Homework Without Throwing Up – “…will send your child to the head of the class…” Parents Magazine “Trevor Romain’s “How To Do Homework Without Throwing Up” should be on the shelves of every school and community library in the country!” The Midwest Book Review Bullies Are A Pain In The Brain – ” A deceptively simple approach to dealing with a difficult issue faced by millions of children every day. The advice throughout is clear, unequivocal, and helpful. This matter-of-fact presentation is peppered with humor to keep kids engaged.” School Library Journal The Other Side of the Invisible Fence – “One of the most stunning children’s books I have read about the new South Africa. Trevor Romain has made a powerful statement about racism and the invisible fence that separates people of different races…” The Johannesburg Star “Trevor Romain has done it again with his new book Stress Can Really Get On Your Nerves. Each and every book he has written in the Free Spirit series has hit the mark. His humor and unique warm approach to tough situations make times a lot easier for children to take.” Saint Louis Post-Dispatch Cliques, Phonies and Other Baloney – “Written for every kid who has ever felt excluded, ignored or dumped by a clique, this book blends humor with practical advice as it tackles a serious subject.” Democrat, Tallahassee, FL How To Do Homework Without Throwing Up – “Cartoon-style illustrations and an easy conversational tone make inevitable assignments and reports palatable and offer great advice that empowers kids to get the job done themselves. The title says it all.” Genesee Valley Parent, NY How To Do Homework Without Throwing Up – “Romain offers a number of humorous but solid suggestions to make coping with homework easier.” LA Daily News Bullies Are A Pain In The Brain – “Addressing a serious subject in a kid friendly, humorous way, Romain shows children how they can become bully-proof.” Bay Area Parent How To Do Homework Without Throwing Up – “Clever premise. Amusing treatment of a serious, universal topic. Addresses kids directly, giving detailed funny answers to their questions.” Kids First! “Austin is exceptionally lucky to have this incredible children’s advocate living right here in the Capital City. His ability to make a difference in children’s lives is remarkable.” Austin American Statesman, Austin, Texas “Best selling children’s author Trevor Romain wants to make a difference in the world. I think he can do it! A quick glance at his wonderful and inspiring books proves it.” Danielle Wyskowski, Johannesburg Star Newspaper “We’re going to hear more about Trevor Romain. His writing is simple but powerful. He knows how to tell a real story.” Al Nettle, Union Leader Newspaper, Manchester, New Hampshire “Austin can lay claim to many stars – musical, political, and literary. One rising star is Trevor Romain. I’d heard the name before, always it seemed, in the context of doing good deeds (like his charming testimonial for a public fundraiser or his work on children’s issues with the Texas Medical Association). Likewise, his books are awash in the sweetly heroic.” Austin Chronicle, Austin, Texas “Fast moving, lively, entertaining, enlightening, encouraging, sensitive and challenging, the animated videos dealing with tough childhood issues accurately depict Romain’s mission. Excellent resources for church libraries, the videos are ideally suited for use in divorce recovery and grief support groups and in educational settings such as children’s camps and retreats.” Baptist Today |
