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The Gift of Gift
The Super Amazing Princess Heroes have sprung in to action to help build a new school in Uganda. Everything is going well until one of the heroes, Kinney, gets very sick with a heart condition and flies back to the U.S. for medical help. The girls soon learn that one of their Ugandan friends, a wonderful girl named Gift, is sick with the same condition. She needs to fly to the U.S. as well —but what if she didn't? What if she had a hospital in Uganda that could help other kids just like her? The story of the Super Duper Princess Heroes conveys positive messages to young girls to help others and to think of those outside themselves.
32 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 25, 2016
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February 16, 2017
I went back and forth on what to rate this, but in the end couldn’t give it more than two stars. It was just an ok read at its best. As awful as it is, I wonder if some people simply rated this book high, because they felt bad rating something with such a powerful message low. Did anyone actually read it to a child?
The illustrations were good, and the idea heartwarming. My issue comes with the writing style and story arcs. I felt like this was a book any average joe could have written. The words didn’t particularly flow (something I look for in a children’s book, in order to make it easier for my daughter to start learning to read or memorize), and it was pretty wordy throughout.
There was also a lot going on in this story, and it’s hard to keep track of for young minds. The big point of this story, I think, is that healthcare isn’t all that great in Uganda. This is a great message, and I feel it’s good for kids to learn about more than just the small world of the community that they live in. That being said, the message was heavy-handed in my opinion, and hard to grasp for little ones in the way that it was presented. My daughter (with a quizzical look) was more interested in the two little girls with the holes in their hearts, and how something like that could happen, than anything else.
Yes, this book deals with serious subject matter, which is not a problem for me, but if it’s in a children’s book format I feel it should still be fun and entertaining for the child to want to read. This was not something I felt this book delivered on. It’s about princess superheroes for goodness sake, which is definitely something you can make fun. If my daughter asks for me to read “Gift of Gift” again I would, but I doubt she will. She didn’t seem all that impressed with it either.
If I were to suggest a change, I would expand on this book, making it into a chapter book similar to “The Princess in Black” or some of the “Bad Kitty” books. With more space, I think it would give the child more time to absorb what’s happening, and not get all of the ideas jumbled. I would also give the two girls different ailments. This story needs more to build on, and more entertainment value, I think. As it is, it’s quite dry.
The illustrations were good, and the idea heartwarming. My issue comes with the writing style and story arcs. I felt like this was a book any average joe could have written. The words didn’t particularly flow (something I look for in a children’s book, in order to make it easier for my daughter to start learning to read or memorize), and it was pretty wordy throughout.
There was also a lot going on in this story, and it’s hard to keep track of for young minds. The big point of this story, I think, is that healthcare isn’t all that great in Uganda. This is a great message, and I feel it’s good for kids to learn about more than just the small world of the community that they live in. That being said, the message was heavy-handed in my opinion, and hard to grasp for little ones in the way that it was presented. My daughter (with a quizzical look) was more interested in the two little girls with the holes in their hearts, and how something like that could happen, than anything else.
Yes, this book deals with serious subject matter, which is not a problem for me, but if it’s in a children’s book format I feel it should still be fun and entertaining for the child to want to read. This was not something I felt this book delivered on. It’s about princess superheroes for goodness sake, which is definitely something you can make fun. If my daughter asks for me to read “Gift of Gift” again I would, but I doubt she will. She didn’t seem all that impressed with it either.
If I were to suggest a change, I would expand on this book, making it into a chapter book similar to “The Princess in Black” or some of the “Bad Kitty” books. With more space, I think it would give the child more time to absorb what’s happening, and not get all of the ideas jumbled. I would also give the two girls different ailments. This story needs more to build on, and more entertainment value, I think. As it is, it’s quite dry.
February 9, 2017
Ok
Only giving 3 stars because its based on a true story. Book is terrible for young readers. Illustrations aren't great and the story has too many things going on. I'm guessing its part of a series that you need to read from the beginning.
Only giving 3 stars because its based on a true story. Book is terrible for young readers. Illustrations aren't great and the story has too many things going on. I'm guessing its part of a series that you need to read from the beginning.
January 2, 2019
Young girls are empowered in this series to know that Princesses can be superheroes too!
In The Gift of Gift, three princess superheroes travel to Uganda where they help build a hospital for their friend who needs heart surgery and may not be able to find a hospital in America.
I love this book because of the sincerity and thoughtfulness of the girls. It’s such a sweet reminder for kids to think about others and what they can do to help not only those who may be sick, but also about those in far away countries. Though going to another country to build a hospital overnight is something only these generous princess superheroes can accomplish, I loved the encouragement to the readers to think outside the box to help others.
The illustrations for The Gift of Gift are also gorgeous! They are so colorful and engaging and really add to the story.
So overall, I rate The Gift of Gift 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for schools, bedtime stories, or read alouds with your kiddos. It’s truly a great book to add to your shelves!
This is a LiteratureApproved.com Review.
In The Gift of Gift, three princess superheroes travel to Uganda where they help build a hospital for their friend who needs heart surgery and may not be able to find a hospital in America.
I love this book because of the sincerity and thoughtfulness of the girls. It’s such a sweet reminder for kids to think about others and what they can do to help not only those who may be sick, but also about those in far away countries. Though going to another country to build a hospital overnight is something only these generous princess superheroes can accomplish, I loved the encouragement to the readers to think outside the box to help others.
The illustrations for The Gift of Gift are also gorgeous! They are so colorful and engaging and really add to the story.
So overall, I rate The Gift of Gift 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for schools, bedtime stories, or read alouds with your kiddos. It’s truly a great book to add to your shelves!
This is a LiteratureApproved.com Review.
February 8, 2017
A picture book or early chapter book centering on a trio of princesses who use their super powers to accomplish great things. Kinney, Sammie and Oceania have just completed building a much needed school in Uganda. Suddenly Kinney becomes ill; Doctor K's diagnosis is a hole in her heart. Because the hospital in Uganda is not equipped for the surgery, Kinney along with friends return to the United States. When the girls learn that their friend Gift in Uganda has been diagnosed with the same medical problem, they decide to enlist the help of Betty, their mentor, who is the Fairy Mother Superstar Queen. They return to Uganda resolving to use their super speed, super strength, and flying powers along with the doctors and engineers in Uganda to construct a modern hospital. Gift's heart surgery is successful, and the princesses' Fairy Mother has a special Gft in store for Gift.
This book is beautifully illustrated with bright,multicultural photos that will appeal to younger, non readers. The text is done in large print and is easy to read for the beginning reader. While the story is clearly fictional, the lessons of empathy, selflessness and friendship will inspire little girls who want to be princesses in their own right.
November 6, 2017
what a lovely story to encourage young girls to become princesses!
I enjoyed your storyline, illustrations and font. it has a beautiful
message in this for young girls ages 5-7 and or in grades K-2
of helping others as well as encouraging one another, too!
For all these reasons, I wish to rate this as a five star kids' ebook as well as recommend it for this age and or grade level.
I received this ebook for free, I believe, and in return, here is my honest review. Super job Sanjan! By Sunny
I enjoyed your storyline, illustrations and font. it has a beautiful
message in this for young girls ages 5-7 and or in grades K-2
of helping others as well as encouraging one another, too!
For all these reasons, I wish to rate this as a five star kids' ebook as well as recommend it for this age and or grade level.
I received this ebook for free, I believe, and in return, here is my honest review. Super job Sanjan! By Sunny
February 9, 2017
The illustrations are very nice, and Gift is a wonderful character to meet.
But, I felt some things were hard to believe, like how the children almost instaneously a hospital, and had all the money to buy the heart-saving equipment, which was also immediately in the hospital. Also, 2 girls in the story had holes in their hearts, and both pretty much got miraculously fixed right away.
But, I felt some things were hard to believe, like how the children almost instaneously a hospital, and had all the money to buy the heart-saving equipment, which was also immediately in the hospital. Also, 2 girls in the story had holes in their hearts, and both pretty much got miraculously fixed right away.
June 29, 2018
My children love these little books. They thoroughly enjoy each and every story, as if they are all unique and individual without any cause for similarity among them. Even though sometimes, they might seem tedious and repetitive to me as a parent, I do enjoy being able to read short-stories to my children that are clean and respective.
April 2, 2019
Age of readers?
I'm not sure what the age group is supposed to be but some of the words are quite big. It's a story about 2 girls needing help medically to repair their hearts. Because one girl named gift needed help in Uganda they built a hospital so other children can get help.
I'm not sure what the age group is supposed to be but some of the words are quite big. It's a story about 2 girls needing help medically to repair their hearts. Because one girl named gift needed help in Uganda they built a hospital so other children can get help.
February 15, 2017
What do we need.....Super Amazing Princess Heroes! This is a beautiful illustrated and told story. It will inspire young girls and boys on how to be there for your friends and with your friends you can accomplish so much.
November 1, 2017
Not much there
It did not entice my two girls. The real story of Gift is better than the fictional attempt. Love the cause but the story is a snoozer.
It did not entice my two girls. The real story of Gift is better than the fictional attempt. Love the cause but the story is a snoozer.
November 4, 2017
Read with my grand daughter.
My grand daughter lived reading this book and talking about girl power. We both enjoyed this book. I will look for similar books from this author.
My grand daughter lived reading this book and talking about girl power. We both enjoyed this book. I will look for similar books from this author.
November 7, 2017
Interesting and fun
My 4 yr old niece enjoyed the story very much. I, too, had fun reading it to her. Princesses and magic are perhaps the best combination out there.
My 4 yr old niece enjoyed the story very much. I, too, had fun reading it to her. Princesses and magic are perhaps the best combination out there.
June 27, 2018
The idea is great. The title for the girls is a little ridiculous but that may be the point. My biggest problem was it was hard to read the words on some of the pages because of the color choices.
October 22, 2019
Super fun to read and really inspiring!Thanks!
I loved that they were always there to help!
This is a very good book to read!
I loved it!
I loved that they were always there to help!
This is a very good book to read!
I loved it!
March 5, 2017
good story, great illustration, but aside from the dedication it's exclusively directed at girls. i think it would have a wider reach if it didn't speak directly to the reader, and i wouldn't feel awkward about it telling my son to be a "super amazing princess hero". otherwise, a gender neutral version of this book would be greatly appreciated.
November 20, 2017
Loved It
This was an amazing little story. I have a child-like heart anyway, so I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it as a good read.
This was an amazing little story. I have a child-like heart anyway, so I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it as a good read.
February 24, 2017
Girls with a hole in their heart
I think this is so sweet! A Super Amazing Princess Hero working in Uruguay gets diagnosed with a hole in her heart. She can get help back in America and gets better. But when a friend back in Uruguay gets sick in the same way, the Princess Heroes decide to help all sick kids in Uruguay by building a hospital.
I think this is so sweet! A Super Amazing Princess Hero working in Uruguay gets diagnosed with a hole in her heart. She can get help back in America and gets better. But when a friend back in Uruguay gets sick in the same way, the Princess Heroes decide to help all sick kids in Uruguay by building a hospital.
February 25, 2017
Just plain awesome!
I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it. I'm a 7 year old, great for 2nd and 3rd grade readers
I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it. I'm a 7 year old, great for 2nd and 3rd grade readers
February 19, 2017
Granddaughter Approved
I just read this book to my five year old granddaughter. She liked "all the parts". It is a true story about building a heart hospital in Uganda told with the Super Amazing Princess Heroes and their friend in Uganda.
I just read this book to my five year old granddaughter. She liked "all the parts". It is a true story about building a heart hospital in Uganda told with the Super Amazing Princess Heroes and their friend in Uganda.
February 15, 2017
A group of super hero princesses use their magical powers to help build a Ugandan school, when one of the princesses, Kinney, is taken ill with a serious heart condition. Treatment is necessary and Kinney is flown to the U.S. to undergo surgery. Kinney is fortunate, but many Ugandan children aren’t as lucky and the need for better medical treatment in Uganda are recognized.
This book is commendable on several levels. First, it fosters the awesome idea of girl power. I LOVE books that place female characters in important and strong roles and Gift of Gift does this. Additionally, this book raises awareness about the continuing need for better medical care both here in the U.S. and abroad. The illustrations are beautiful, colorful and expressive.
Bravo to Sanjay Nambiar for writing this story. This is a book that will be enjoyed by parents and children. Highly recommended!
This book is commendable on several levels. First, it fosters the awesome idea of girl power. I LOVE books that place female characters in important and strong roles and Gift of Gift does this. Additionally, this book raises awareness about the continuing need for better medical care both here in the U.S. and abroad. The illustrations are beautiful, colorful and expressive.
Bravo to Sanjay Nambiar for writing this story. This is a book that will be enjoyed by parents and children. Highly recommended!
January 8, 2017
I received a free copy of this book from Goodreads for honest review.
What do we need.....Super Amazing Princess Heroes! This is a beautiful illustrated and told story. It will inspire young girls and boys on how to be there for your friends and with your friends you can accomplish so much.
What do we need.....Super Amazing Princess Heroes! This is a beautiful illustrated and told story. It will inspire young girls and boys on how to be there for your friends and with your friends you can accomplish so much.
February 14, 2017
Gift of Gift (Super Amazing Princess Heroes)
Children's book but it's too difficult to read the dark pages and dark words.
Attempted to read it several times. flipping through pages but was always too dark.
Children's book but it's too difficult to read the dark pages and dark words.
Attempted to read it several times. flipping through pages but was always too dark.
February 12, 2017
This is an adorable book. I loved the story and the artwork. It is gorgeous.
I really enjoyed the idea of superheroes using their powers in a very concrete way (building schools and hospitals).
The book is written in a very positive and empowering way. This is a great book for young readers, especially girls, to teach them about kindness,being yourself, and helping others. I also liked the diversity of the characters in the illustrations.
This is a true heartwarming tale.
I really enjoyed the idea of superheroes using their powers in a very concrete way (building schools and hospitals).
The book is written in a very positive and empowering way. This is a great book for young readers, especially girls, to teach them about kindness,being yourself, and helping others. I also liked the diversity of the characters in the illustrations.
This is a true heartwarming tale.
February 9, 2017
A cute book for kids about helping others and healing
Gift of Gift is a cute story that teaches children about helping others. The story is based on a true story about a hospital that was built Uganda. The illustrations are very pretty.
Gift of Gift is a cute story that teaches children about helping others. The story is based on a true story about a hospital that was built Uganda. The illustrations are very pretty.
February 9, 2017
It was interesting and most of all it was inspiring.
I liked everything. And l hope to read more of the authors books. Hope he makes some sooner .it was awesome.
I liked everything. And l hope to read more of the authors books. Hope he makes some sooner .it was awesome.
February 4, 2017
Good book for little girls caring for one another. Love the illustrations.
December 27, 2016
Great story and wonderful illustrations. I won this book through Goodreads.
December 27, 2016
Great story and wonderful illustrations. I won this book through goodreads.
April 10, 2017
Love it
We read these these with our daughter. She loves all things super hero, especially strong female characters. These are fun.
We read these these with our daughter. She loves all things super hero, especially strong female characters. These are fun.
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