LIL’ ARTIE
and the ADVENTURE OF ISOLATION
WRITTEN BY CHRISTIE MANN + ARTIE GONZALES
AN EMOTIONAL WELLNESS CHILDREN’S SERIES
In this story, readers discover how Lil’ Artie identifies and feels the emotions of being trapped and isolated. The story also subtly addresses incarceration, family separation, reformation, and parts of the Latin lived experiences during these times. The included discussion guide is intended to stimulate adult-child conversations about isolation and provides suggestions for parents and caregivers to help their kids become more emotionally resilient.