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Big Feats
"Big Feats" is about a kid just like you, who has good days and bad. He looks for ways to deal with it, and discovers that although he didn't know it, he had the tools all along.
34 pages, Paperback
First published July 4, 2012
About the author
Jeff Botch
1 book161 followersI am a children's writer who has a passion for assisting in the development of children.
I believe that growing up is one of the hardest things to do and more time needs to be spent putting positive information in front of our kids.
Through much research on the topic of personal development I have created a developmental formula called the ASAP model. This model represents ATTITUDE, SELF DEVELOPMENT, ACTION and PERSISTENCE.
I aim to influence kids by teaching and speaking on the four pillars of my ASAP model and firmly believe that by getting our children to use the formula as a base to overcome obstacles they will ultimately grow into more happy and successful adults.
Big Feats is my first book and it was released in July, 2012.
In addition to writing I spend the bulk of my time in Southern California with my wife Rosemary and sons Oliver and Joseph.
I believe that growing up is one of the hardest things to do and more time needs to be spent putting positive information in front of our kids.
Through much research on the topic of personal development I have created a developmental formula called the ASAP model. This model represents ATTITUDE, SELF DEVELOPMENT, ACTION and PERSISTENCE.
I aim to influence kids by teaching and speaking on the four pillars of my ASAP model and firmly believe that by getting our children to use the formula as a base to overcome obstacles they will ultimately grow into more happy and successful adults.
Big Feats is my first book and it was released in July, 2012.
In addition to writing I spend the bulk of my time in Southern California with my wife Rosemary and sons Oliver and Joseph.
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June 12, 2013
Big Feats by Jeff Botch shows children what they can accomplish when they have a positive attitude and persevere even when things are difficult.
Jeff Botch developed and adapted a sales model known as ASAP to help children reach their highest potential. ASAP represents Attitude, Self Development, Action, and Persistence. In his story, Big Feats, Jeff explains each aspect of ASAP by using definitions and a clever stories. Learning new words is important for children on any level and his definition pages are key to helping young readers understand and grasp the new concepts. The four stories are simple and told in a way that entertains as well as educates.
In Attitude , we learn the outcome of our day depends on our behavior. If we act grumpy then chances are we will have a bad day, but in turn we can choose to be happy and things will likely go our way.
The story, Self Development teaches us to try new things and that sometimes it takes time for our abilities to develop. Readers learn that not everyone is good at everything, but over time their skills can be improved.
The world has a lot to offer and if we just sit back we will miss out. By taking Action, just like the story of the same name, we can enjoy something each day with our friends, families, or just on our own. Making a list is a handy reference tool which can serve as a reminder of the things we hope to achieve.
Finally, Persistence, and this is a biggie. Being persistent in all that you do will lead you towards reaching goals and excelling in all areas of your life. Many times, children and adults simply give up and never have the opportunity to reap the benefits that come from persistence.
Big Feats is a well thought out book and includes essential lessons that can be applied throughout life. I recommend picking up a copy.
Jeff Botch developed and adapted a sales model known as ASAP to help children reach their highest potential. ASAP represents Attitude, Self Development, Action, and Persistence. In his story, Big Feats, Jeff explains each aspect of ASAP by using definitions and a clever stories. Learning new words is important for children on any level and his definition pages are key to helping young readers understand and grasp the new concepts. The four stories are simple and told in a way that entertains as well as educates.
In Attitude , we learn the outcome of our day depends on our behavior. If we act grumpy then chances are we will have a bad day, but in turn we can choose to be happy and things will likely go our way.
The story, Self Development teaches us to try new things and that sometimes it takes time for our abilities to develop. Readers learn that not everyone is good at everything, but over time their skills can be improved.
The world has a lot to offer and if we just sit back we will miss out. By taking Action, just like the story of the same name, we can enjoy something each day with our friends, families, or just on our own. Making a list is a handy reference tool which can serve as a reminder of the things we hope to achieve.
Finally, Persistence, and this is a biggie. Being persistent in all that you do will lead you towards reaching goals and excelling in all areas of your life. Many times, children and adults simply give up and never have the opportunity to reap the benefits that come from persistence.
Big Feats is a well thought out book and includes essential lessons that can be applied throughout life. I recommend picking up a copy.
December 11, 2012
One of the biggest maturation steps kids go through is to recognize how much control they have over the outcomes they experience. "Big Feats" by Jeff Botch helps kids recognize four key characteristics for getting positive results: attitude, self-development, action, and persistence. Readers experience four episodes in a young (pre-teen) boy's life as he faces difficulties. The choices he makes have a direct impact on his happiness and sense of well-being. Readers can easily relate to the boy's world and to the ways he responds to the difficulties. The author includes discussion questions at the back of the book that will help parents or teachers engage readers in meaningful dialog about the key characteristics. I'm looking forward to reading this book with my granddaughter. She's not old enough to read the book herself, but I know she will relate to the challenges presented in the book and we'll have some lively discussions as a result. My perspective is that this book is appropriate for ages 6-12. Highly recommended!
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