Why I Love This BookI really love the message behind this book. The way in which the message is delivered opens up conversations— good conversations that need to happen in all homes today.
The words flow as if it's one long poem. The use of comparison to increase understanding is a great way to connect with children and increase their understanding. Grace Beyers wrote this book because when she was eight years old, she didn't understand why there weren't more books with images and references similar to those in her own life. During my doctoral research, this phrase kept coming up: Children need books that offer both mirrors and windows. Mirrors to see themselves and windows to look out and learn more. I believe that with this work, the author has provided both. The cover grabs you, but the illustrations are beautiful all the way through the story. A bonus is the inclusion the illustrator worked in as a way of carrying the message along. Themes
This book offers multiple opportunities for learning that go far beyond what's printed on the page or seen in the illustrations. Here's a small sample:
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One Great Story Multiple Readings Fun & Educational Follow-up Activities Important Note: This download does not include the book, only the resources listed above. The book may be purchased separately by clicking here.
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at a 20% discount off the single purchase prices. I Am Enough Themed ToysAdding an element of play is yet another way to deepen the understanding of the concepts introduced within the multiple readings of the story. You'll be surprised at the amount of learning that's transferred and reinforced through imaginative play.
For this book, I kept with the theme and chose toys that build character, encourage cooperation & reward perseverance. Why I Love These Specific Playthings:
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"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." — Emilie Buchwald