Imagine a Rainbow

ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award Finalist iParenting Media Award Winner amp quot I am overjoyed to find a picture book written so simply for children who live with chronic pain, like sickle cell, arthritis, burns, cancer, and lupus. Brenda Miles amp rsquo book empowers children by encouraging them to use imagery/visualization and deep breathing to help them when their bodies are hurting. This is a very encouraging book to share with kids who are learning to cope with chronic pain. Wong amp rsquo s illustrations are whimsical ink and watercolors that inspire, uplift, calm, warm and sooth the child. They are exquisite. amp quot -Children’s Books Heal amp quot The beautifully illustrated pages by Nicole Wong guide the reader or listener to use imagery such as snuggling with a puppy, wrapping oneself in a rainbow, or riding a cloud to ease the pain. Brenda Miles, the author, suggests using a calm, gentle breath to move the leaves on an imaginary tree. Breathing slowly and deeply, imagining the view from the clouds, and feeling the warmth of the sun right where it aches can also be used to reduce discomfort….Laughter can be a highly effective coping strategy. Imagining a purple hippo in a tutu doing ballet would put a smile on a child amp rsquo s face and then sending their laughter to just where they need it most would help their ouchies. amp quot -Pediatric Pain Letter

Brenda S. Miles, PhD, is a pediatric neuropsychologist who has worked in hospital, rehabilitation, and school settings. She is an author and co-author of several books for children, including The Moment You Were Born: A Story for You and Your Premature Baby, Stickley Sticks to It!: A Frog amp rsquo s Guide to Getting Things Done, Chicken or Egg: Who Comes First? and Princess Penelopea Hates Peas: A Tale of Picky Eating and Avoiding Catastropeas. Brenda encourages children of all ages to dream big, find joy, and embrace adventure.Nicole Wong is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design. Her illustrations have been featured in several children’s books, including No Monkeys, No Chocolate and Ferry Tail. Nicole lives with her husband, daughter, and their dogs and cat in Massachusetts. Visit her at www.nicole-wong.com and follow her on Facebook: painternik and Instagram: painternik9.