The Leader of the Parade - Paperback

by Mary C. McCluskey (Author), Fi Hailyn (Illustrator), Vicki Stevens (Illustrator)

"The Leader of the Parade is an exquisitely written and beautifully illustrated must-read by a renowned psychotherapist. If you are looking for a powerful catalyst for emotional healing as well as a transformative way to foster both internal dialogue and community engagement, look no further. This innovative book for all ages combines Adlerian theory with Dr. McCluskey's clinical wisdom, and helps the reader understand how to lead their own parade in life."

Dr. Aileen McCabe-Maucher, Mom, Author,

The Inner Peace Diet and Complete Self-Care: Transformation Through Yoga and Beyond

"What the world needs right now is connective inclusion. Dr. McCluskey understands this, and the importance of empowering resilient leaders big and small. The parade is happening; find your place, engage a child and forge new pathways of respect and tolerance with The Leader of the Parade book and activities."

Bianca Ksoll, Mom, International Human Rights Lawyer Author and Publisher, Moonjami Press

Meet Dr. Alfred Adler, a psychologist who started an important educational movement one hundred-years-ago. In this historical piece of fiction, Dr. Adler takes eight children who are competing to be the leader of their school parade on an imaginative field trip through the Cosmos. They follow two rabbits named Peace and Justice through beautiful European towns, past rivers and lakes, a castle, flower-filled fields, an animal sanctuary and even outer space.

While on this trip they meet Si, a superhero pony and a red cardinal named Robin. Along with Dr. Adler, these animals help the children grapple with many themes and feelings including jealousy, fear, and guilt; coping with loss and death; as well as joy and hope. Using poetry, stories and songs, the children brainstorm about how to make the world a better place.