Child Abuse

The book "Child Abuse" by Sydney Newton examines the highly-charged issues of child maltreatment, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect. Written for middle grade readers, the book explains what child abuse is, looks at different forms of abuse, and encourages young people to seek help from a trusted adult. The book also provides coping strategies for those who may be experiencing or have experienced abuse. The coauthor is Julie Gerrits.