A place for Starr

the long version

from the back cover: "A Place for Starr is a fictional story, told in rhyme, about a gutsy girl who lives in a home of violence. This book is an essential therapeutic tool to be used with children who, like Starr and her little brother, experience family violence. People of all ages will appreciate the beautiful art, the memorable story, and its enduring message of hope." This story is told from the girl's point of view. It is thoughtful in her description of how she feels about her parents and the violence. The story includes police intervention, visiting the emergency room for medical care, leaving the home and staying in a battered women's shelter for a new beginning.