I See You is a wordless picture book that depicts a homeless woman who is not seen by everyone around her - except for a little boy.

Over the course of a year, the boy is witness to all that she endures. Ultimately, in a gesture of compassion, the boy acknowledges her in an exchange in which he sees her and she experiences being seen.

This book opens the door for kids and parents to begin a conversation about homelessness.

In a "Note for Parents, Educators, and Neighbors," there are discussion questions and additional resources about helping the homeless.

About the Author
Michael Genhart, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in San Francisco and Mill Valley, California, is the authorof numerous books for children including Ouch Moments and the Books for Nourishing Friendships Series. He lives with his family in Marin County. He received his BA in psychology from the University of California, San Diego and his PhD from the University of Maryland, College Park. Visit Dr. Genhart at www.michaelgenhart.com and follow him on Facebook: @picturebookauthor.

Joanne Lew-Vriethoff was born in Malaysia and grew up in Los Angeles. After receiving her B.A in Illustration from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, she worked in the television industry as a character and concept illustrator for clients pitching children's television shows. She later moved to New York and trained as a graphic designer at a Design Studio working with various clients such as Columbia University, New School, and IJDG in NYC. She is the illustrator of many picture books, middle grade novels, early readers,and educational books. Her favorite medium is pen and ink, mixed media. Joanne lives with her family in Amsterdam but continues to travel to L.A, NYC and Malaysia. Visit her at www.joannelewvriethoff.com and follow on Facebook: @JoanneLew-VriethoffIllustrator Twitter: @JLewVriethoff Instagram @JoanneLewVriethoff

Reviews
Gold medal winner, Nautilus Awards

Gold medal winner, 2018 IPPY Awards

Gold Medal Winner, 2017 Foreword INDIES Awards

Gold Medal winner, Mom's Choice Awards

Interview with author in Street Sense Media, "Children's book facilitates discussion about homelessness and how to help"

"Michael Genhart's wordless picture book is about heart, compassion and connecting with others. It is the perfect medium to open the door for children and parents to begin a conversation about the many kinds of homelessness. It also encourages children to study the detailed illustrations a little more carefully and use their imaginations to tell the story. The boy is an inspiration and reminder of a child's untainted generosity. The emotion and candor captured by this story are beautifully brought to life in Joanne Lew-Vriethoff's heartfelt and vivid illustrations." -Children's Books Heal

"This wordless tale depicts the trials of a homeless woman whom only one boy can see. For a year, only he sees all that she endures having no home and very few personal belongings. Not to mention, not a soul reaches out to help her. Finally, in a heartwarming display of compassion, the little boy acknowledges her with a simple gesture. "I See You" is an ideal conversation starter to approach the difficult subject of homelessness." -Parent.co

"Exceptional, unique, thoughtful, thought-provoking, and providing a thoroughly entertaining story with an underlying and positive message, I See You is especially and unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library social issue-themed picture book collections." -Midwest Book Review



Book Information
ISBN 9781433827587
Author Michael Genhart
Format Hardback
Page Count 40
Imprint Magination Press, (American Psychological Association)
Publisher American Psychological Association