Using vintage artwork featuring fantasy animals and a technique called Fable Mod, this cognitive-behavioral story is aimed at reducing anxiety and fears by teaching children more adaptive self talk. It was written to help treat a variety of phobic disorders, as well as school refusal and school phobia. It is written by the developer of Fable Mod, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and School Psychologist Terry L. Stawar, Ed.D. Dr. Stawar is also the author How to be a Responsible Father: A Wor