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Howling with Huskies
And Other Ways to Feel Good
What can three Alaskan husky sled dogs teach Galena and her younger brother, Kimmo, about working with difficult emotions, coping skills for stress, and feeling good? Howling with Huskies is an illustrated children’s book blending storytelling, the northern sport of dog mushing, and skill-building activities to empower children with simple tools for self-calming and well-being. Learn about Kimmo’s secret howl and other techniques that can be used anywhere, anytime—at school, on the go, and at home.
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What can three Alaskan husky sled dogs teach Galena and her younger brother, Kimmo, about working with difficult emotions, coping skills for stress, and feeling good? This illustrated children’s book blends storytelling, the northern sport of dog mushing, and skill-building activities to empower children with simple tools for self-calming and well-being. Learn about Kimmo’s secret howl and other techniques that can be used anywhere, anytime—at school, on the go, and at home. All of the profits from book sales are donated to the Alaska Children’s Trust.
Alaska Children’s Trust (ACT) is a statewide organization focused on the prevention of child abuse and neglect. ACT envisions a future where all children live in safe, stable, and nurturing communities. It is our goal that all Alaskan children grow up in a family and community that provides them with the tools and resources necessary to thrive.
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About the Author: Linda Chamberlain
A leading expert on the brain-body and stress, Linda combines her love of the Arctic, experiences as a dog musher, and the latest science in this heart-warming story to help children cope and be their best selves. A health scientist specializing in maternal, child and family health, she earned degrees at Yale School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Her career has taken her around the globe working with hospitals, schools, tribal organizations, non-profits, family services, and communities. Recognition for her work includes a Scientist Scholar with the Fulbright Arctic Initiative and a national Kellogg Leadership fellowship. To learn more about her work, go to https://drlindachamberlain.com/
Linda specializes in strategies that work with the brain from the top-down and the bottom-up to address how stress and trauma are stored in the body. She has trained in a wide range of techniques including Feldenkrais, iRest meditation, tension and trauma releasing exercises (TRE), HeartMath, and therapeutic yoga and breath work. These techniques, which draw on the latest research while honoring cultural traditions and people’s way of knowing, are shown to be highly effective in resetting the nervous system and building stress-resilience across the lifespan.
Linda learned some of her most important life lessons as a dog musher. She developed a course on leadership and teamwork called Lessons from the Trail that she taught at the University of Alaska and offers as a workshop. Whether you are 5 or 95 years old, learning from animals and storytelling are powerful teaching methods that come to life in Howling With Huskies.
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Thank you for taking time to howl with the huskies!
If you are interested in booking a school visit or you have questions and comments about my book, fill out the form at right to reach out!
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Linda
Oogie the sled dog!