Review of When Zacchy Got Sick

[MAHAD BAIG MIRZA]

Your review of "When Zacchy Got Sick" beautifully captures the emotional depth and practical value of the story. I appreciate your thoughtful analysis and how you highlighted the importance of the book's message for young children. Your insights into the illustrations and the book's ability to help families navigate difficult situations are truly commendable.Keep up the good work!

[Boring Pigeon]

I reckon this book, When Zacchy Got Sick by Meera Randeria, is a gem for kids dealing with a sick sibling. The story effectively captures the emotions and challenges faced by a young child in such a situation. The colorful illustrations make it even more engaging for young readers. With a 5 out of 5 star rating, this book is a must-read for children aged 3 to 7. Compelling characters, felt fully developed and multidimensional.

[Aleena Augustine]

This seems like a thoughtful book that gently explores the emotional impact of a sibling's illness on a young child. It’s heartening to see a book that deals with such a challenging situation with empathy and understanding. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the book, Gerry!

[Neha Panikar]

Wonderful well written review, and a beautiful book too. It's amazing what the book covers and will be so useful for little ones. Kudos to the author!!

[Mradushi Singhal]

Your review is heartfelt and insightful, beautifully highlighting how this book addresses a delicate topic with sensitivity and warmth. Your emphasis on its emotional impact and the value it brings to families in similar situations is truly appreciated. Thanks for the thoughtful recommendation!

[Chinedu Umeobika]

"When Zacchy Got Sick" by Meera Randeria sounds like a wonderful children's book. From your review, it seems to address a significant issue, as it can be difficult for young kids to process situations like this. The book sounds both nice and emotional, and your excellent review effectively highlights its unique strengths. Good job!

[Adrian Bouknight]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "When Zacchy Got Sick" by Meera Randeria.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Has a young child in your family ever felt abandoned by their parents due to the need to care for a sick sibling? Have you ever needed to explain why a child's ill sibling needs so much care? Can a children's storybook help a child comprehend these experiences? If you answered yes to these questions, you should get the book When Zacchy Got Sick by Meera Randeria.

Meera Randeria wrote this book to read to her son, Adam. Adam felt abandoned when his parents stayed at the hospital to care for his comatose brother, Zacchy. Adam's aunt stayed with him until his father came home. When Zacchy regained consciousness, he still required intensive care at the hospital. Adam missed his mother because she had to stay with Zacchy, who would have been traumatized by her absence. Adam's mother and brother came home several weeks later. Because Zacchy needed to learn to walk and talk again, his parents devoted most of their time to him. Adam's fear of abandonment increased.

Eventually, things worked out for the best. Adam's parents realized that he also needed to be given some special time. Adam learned other ways to play with his brother. The family knew how to be happy again.

Randeria wrote a story about how the circumstances surrounding Zacchy's illness affected Adam. The main events were highlighted along with Adam's feelings regarding Zacchy's illness, his parents' moods, and the separation of the family. The book was well illustrated with colorful, cartoon-like pictures depicting significant events. These events included the ambulance rescuing Zacchy, Zacchy being hooked up to wires and tubes, Adam feeling alone at home, and Zacchy arriving home in a wheelchair.

The story successfully highlighted the emotions and feelings that any young child would experience during such a crisis. It illustrated the confusion and sadness caused by a life-threatening illness of a sibling, the sense of abandonment encountered when one's parents were focused on caring for the sick sibling, and the sadness that the parents felt regarding the illness of their child.

This book was well written and beautifully illustrated. It realistically portrayed the feelings and trauma experienced by the sibling of the sick child.

This book will help any child to cope with a similar situation.

There was nothing that I disliked about this book. The story was well edited and easy to read. The colorful illustrations provided clarity. Children will learn that their feelings are normal and that time heals. They will know that a family can overcome a crisis and adapt to a new situation.

I give this book a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

This book is appropriate for children aged 3 to 7 years.

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Thank you for sharing this review, Gerry! I have a two year old daughter who recently express concerns of abandonment, as my wife and I had to stay at a hospital for a few days with the birth of our second child. She really enjoys childrens books, and I am always on the lookout for opportunities to find new ones to share with her.

This story does sound a bit adult oriented however, and the narrative appears to have a deeper story related to childrens emotions in association with illness and hospital stays. I'll have to keep an eye out for this book for further detail.

Thank you for sharing, Gerry.

[Abdullah Fawmi]

The book sounds like a book that will speak to the heart of the reader. The book has covered such sensitive topics in a simple and understandable way it seems. Thank you for such a great review as always Gerry.

[Leia Temple]

This review was very descriptive and pulled me in immediately. This book seems to not only help children process difficult emotions but also emphasizes the importance of family resilience and the capacity for joy to return even after a challenging time. Thank you for the review!

[Lawrence Stein]

You describe this book in way that it explained its impactful quality. Good review there.

[Lene Lena]

Meera Randeria’s “When Zacchy Got Sick” poignantly explores the emotional turmoil experienced by Adam during his brother’s illness. The narrative highlights themes of abandonment, familial love, and resilience as Adam learns to cope with his feelings while supporting Zacchy’s recovery. The story effectively illustrates Adam’s growth as he navigates complex emotions and finds new ways to bond with his brother, showcasing the importance of family support in overcoming adversity. Randeria’s heartfelt storytelling provides valuable insights into sibling dynamics during challenging times, ultimately emphasizing hope and healing within a family context.

[Seetha E]

The subject addressed is sensitive. Helping a little child understand the reasons for the extended time apart from the love and affection of the parents in a beautiful way is nice. The illustrations that you described in your review will aid the child in grasping and coping with the feelings.

[patricia MGBEMENA]

I actually feel for Adam and his fear for abandonment is actually normal. This book has a lot to impact on young readers as this situation could be very challenges for children to manage .

[Chi Chiu Michael Mak]

Children can use this book to learn how to cope with sickness and its emotional fallout that befall not just their family but also themselves.

[Victor Nwabuisi]

My nephew went through something similar when his baby sister was in and out of the hospital. He never said it but we could tell he felt left out. I wish we had this book then. thank you for the great review.