Does your child feel able to do hard things?Hopefully the answer is YES! but even the most independent children need reminders sometimes. Kids are quite capable when given the chance to do things for themselves, but at the same time, it’s normal to doubt themselves and to wonder if they will be able to do things that seem hard at first. Emotions are tricky and hard to manage when you’re small which is why kids need our help!The eighth installment of the Mindful Mantras series equips children with the necessary skills to realize that they can push through their self-doubt and do difficult things because they are brave and strong.Give the children in your life the gift of learning self-confidence, a gift that lasts a lifetime. Teachers and parents have difficult and important jobs! To say a giant THANK YOU, this book comes with resources to use at home and at school. Simply go to lauriewrights.com/eight to get them.
Children's author and publishing coach, Laurie Wright is a silly but smart, busy mom of three who laughs at her own jokes just a bit too much. The minivan is her sanctuary, and the only place she can sing out loud without being shushed. She’s known for her short term memory and extreme love of chips and dip. Usually on her best behavior, watch out when her filter wears off! Never without her laptop and a notebook. Trust her with your kids and your books, but not your coffee!
Since children are always learning what they can and can’t do this book is great at illustrating actions that children would typically give up on but they can in fact “Do it!” Another great book to the series!
Unfortunately of all the phrases I hear most from kids, it’s the “I can’t do this” proclamation that saddens me most. It is a direct reflection of what their thoughts are about themselves and their capabilities.
Negative self-talk is rampant in our society. It’s easier to own a victim mindset. But it doesn’t have to be.
It’s not natural to own the skill set needed to deal with self-doubt, frustration, and anxiety. Children need to be taught the coping mechanisms to respond to difficult feelings.
That is what the this book and the series accomplishes. Positive self-talk skills which include mantras are an essential building block for the foundation one needs to flourish and succeed in sports, business, and life.
This is a great series, The Mindful Mantra Series. I've even started incorporating it into my own life. The concept, I mean. This book is what I call a conversation starter. As you and your little one read, you get to talk about how they can handle things better and maybe even you. Sometimes Jenn feel bad when someone she loves is upset with her. What can she do? She can pretend she doesn't care. She could get mad at them. She can try to say, I'm sorry. She can also try to make things better. She also gets mad when it seems she can't do anything because she is just a kid. She is srong. She is brave. She can also Do many things. I hope you enjoy your time together reading and finding out more about Jenn and yourselves. .........Happy Reading.
This is an excellent book that teaches children how to manage various emotions and teaches them to be confident in handling different situations. I love the repetition of the themes applied to different emotions and situations and how each scenario ends with “I can handle it.” It was very realistic. I could see my own child’s behavior. Definitely one I will read to him. Great work!
I love books that empower kids to change their words and believe in themselves and this book does just that. This is a perfect series to boost self confidence in young children!
Self-doubt is something both kids and adults are faced with often. I love how the author breaks it down in a way for kids to understand how to handle self doubt and to know that they can do it. I highly recommend this book.
I loved how the story gave both things that would make the situation worse and alternatives that would improve the situation. Such a positive book for kids!
I read this with my 5year old and he really enjoyed it. It was a great vehicle for talking about the things that upset or frustrate him and how he can handle his feelings.