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One Child - by  Torey Hayden (Paperback) - 1 of 1

One Child - by Torey Hayden (Paperback)

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  • "It has been a long time since you have read a book with the sheer emotional impact of One Child.
  • Author(s): Torey Hayden
  • 304 Pages
  • Family + Relationships, Abuse

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"It has been a long time since you have read a book with the sheer emotional impact of One Child." --New York Times

The true story of a tormented six-year-old and the brilliant teacher who reached out.

Six-year-old Sheila never spoke, she never cried, and her eyes were filled with hate. Abandoned on a highway by her mother, unwanted by her alcoholic father, Sheila was placed in a special education class for emotionally disturbed children after she committed an atrocious act of violence against another child.

Everyone said Sheila was lost forever, everyone except her teacher, Torey Hayden.

Torey fought to reach Sheila, to bring the abused child back from her secret nightmare, because beneath the rage, Torey saw in Sheila the spark of genius. And together they embarked on a wondrous journey--a journey gleaming with a child's joy at discovering a world filled with love and a journey sustained by a young teacher's inspiring bravery and devotion.

This unforgettable memoir is more than just a case study--it is a testament to the fierce courage of a child who refused to be broken.

  • An Unforgettable Teacher Memoir: Follow special education teacher Torey Hayden as she refuses to give up on a child everyone else had dismissed as a lost cause.
  • A Portrait of Child Abuse: Witness the story of Sheila, a six-year-old abandoned on a highway by her mother and unwanted by her father, who locked her trauma behind a wall of silent rage.
  • Deep Dive into Child Psychology: Discover the brilliant mind Torey saw hidden beneath Sheila's violent exterior, a testament to the complexities of childhood mental illness.
  • A Story of Emotional Impact: Embark on the wondrous journey of healing and discovery as one teacher's devotion helps a little girl find a world filled with love for the first time.



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Six-year-old Sheila never spoke, she never cried, and her eyes were filled with hate. Abandoned on a highway by her mother, unwanted by her alcoholic father, Sheila was placed in a class for emotionally disturbed children after she committed an atrocious act of violence against another child.

Everyone said Sheila was lost forever, everyone except her teacher, Torey Hayden.

Torey fought to reach Sheila, to bring the abused child back from her secret nightmare, because beneath the rage, Torey saw in Sheila the spark of genius. And together they embarked on a wondrous journey--a journey gleaming with a child's joy at discovering a world filled with love and a journey sustained by a young teacher's inspiring bravery and devotion.



Review Quotes




"It is really, in its essence, about all children everywhere. . .who need the miracle of unconditional love this young teacher was willing and able to give. I wish all teachers and parents. . .would read this book." - Eda LeShan, author of In Search of Myself and Other Children

Praise for Ghost Girl: "An amazing story." - Washington Post

"A testament to the powers of caring and commitment." - Publishers Weekly

Praise for Torey Hayden: "Torey Hayden deserves the kind of respect I can't give many people. She isn't just valuable, she's incredible. The world needs more like Torey Hayden." - Nickolas Butler, internationally bestselling author of Shotgun Lovesongs and The Hearts of Men

"Parts of this book will enrage you. Parts of this book may make you cry. And parts may make you cheer. But whatever your reaction...you will agree that it has been a long time since you have read a book with the sheer emtional impact of One Child." - New York Times


Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .55 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 304
Genre: Family + Relationships
Sub-Genre: Abuse
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Theme: Child Abuse
Format: Paperback
Author: Torey Hayden
Language: English
Street Date: June 28, 2016
TCIN: 1011493398
UPC: 9780062564436
Item Number (DPCI): 247-24-0873
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: Who is the author of this memoir?

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  • A: The child, Sheila, is abandoned by her mother and faces severe emotional challenges.

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