One Child by Torey L. Hayden (book)

Q1

The book about one child by Torey Hayden comprises of real life. Hayden a special teacher was reading about a six years old girl who attempted a boy who was three years old. There was no place for her in the hospital and ended up being a student in Hayden class where she remained for five months. Sheila can be said to be a forgotten child by the entire system, her family as well as the society. Even at school Sheila is unable to mix well with other children just as she did at home. However, under Hayden care, Sheila is able to change and became a self-assured student as well as a happy child who heads for a second grade rather than the state hospital (Hayden, 2004).

Q2

The role of a foster parent in one child is to be devoted to the child and try to learn their behavior. This is shown in the book when Hayden does not place a demand on Sheila as she is allowed to be comfortable in her new surroundings which are not the same case with many foster parents (Hayden, 2004).

Q3

The most important thing that I have learned in the book of one child is that it is always important to learn about the personal life of a child and try to understand them to form their perspective (Hayden, 2004). This will help the child feel loved and they will open up which will help in realizing the best part of the child.

Q4

The one this that I would change about being a foster parent is being strict and demanding from a child. The best way to go about it is to try and understand them out. Remaining calm and consistent is also a great factor that a foster parent should consider (Hayden, 2004).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reference

Hayden, T. L. (2004). One child. London: Element.