Drawing on observations of children engaged in literacy activities at an Austin domestic violence/sexual assault survival center, Lindfors (emerita, curriculum and instruction, U. of Texas at Austin) shares suggestions for adapting their "authentic" communications in the classroom generally and for teaching children from abusive situations. The book includes samples of children's writings, resources, and further reading. Author royalties are being donated to SafePlace, where she is a volunteer. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)