Twilight Children

Three Voices No One Heard Until a Therapist Listened

Torey Hayden

The book chronicles the experiences of three troubled children—a mute 7-year-old girl, a boy who speaks in gibberish, and a girl with an explosive temper—as they work with a dedicated special education teacher. Through patience and innovative teaching methods, the teacher helps them confront their traumatic pasts and begin to communicate effectively.

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Tiger's Child

Torey Hayden

The book is a sequel to "One Child," and it chronicles the author's reunion with Sheila, a troubled former student, after seven years. It explores Sheila's journey through adolescence, revealing the impact of her traumatic childhood and the challenges she faces as she struggles to overcome her past and build a future.

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Beautiful Child

Torey Hayden

The book recounts the experiences of a dedicated special education teacher working with a deeply troubled and mute young girl named Venus. Through patience and innovative teaching methods, the teacher strives to connect with Venus and uncover the root of her emotional distress, while also managing the diverse needs of the other children in her classroom.

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