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Sticky Icky Vicky: Courage over Fear
Meet Sticky Icky Vicky, a girl who wants to get over her fear—once and for allIn Sticky Icky Courage over Fear, the first book in the Sticky Icky Vicky™ series, authors Alysia and Michael Ssentamu introduce readers to Vicky, a fun-loving girl who doesn't mind getting a little sticky and icky. She loves rolling down hills and playing in mud—but when it comes to water, Sticky Icky Vicky's fear prevents her from joining in the fun. Then Vicky gets an invitation for a waterpark party, and she decides that she really wants to go—even if it means ignoring the Negative Ned voice in her head and getting over her fear.With vibrant illustrations and catchy rhymes, Sticky Icky Courage over Fear offers children an inspirational/loveable heroine who learns some valuable life lessons, such Courage Positive thinking Goal-settingAimed primarily at readers aged six to ten, Sticky Icky Courage over Fear is a reading experience that leaves kids believing that they, like Vicky, can get past any obstacle in their way.-----------"An encouraging tale for young readers with their own fears to face." - Kirkus reviews (starred review)Sticky Icky Courage over Fear is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award, Gold Medal Recipient on 30th August, 2021. The Mom's Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for parents and educators and is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. Using a rigorous evaluation process, entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal and cost. Around the world, parents, educators, retailers and members of the media trust the MCA Honoring Excellence seal when selecting quality products and services for families and children.
38 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2021
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About the author
Alysia Ssentamu
5 books2 followersMichael and Alysia are husband and wife health professionals and the minds behind Sticky Icky Vicky. In 2019, they wanted to write a book that inspired children to believe that, no matter what, they had the power to choose to overcome their fears.
That book became Sticky Icky Vicky: Courage over Fear. It’s a story for anyone—big or small—who needs some encouragement to get over a fear. Vicky wants everyone to know that we can all grow as individuals and improve our lives by using the power to choose wisely. By taking little steps, we get closer to our goal each and every day.
That book became Sticky Icky Vicky: Courage over Fear. It’s a story for anyone—big or small—who needs some encouragement to get over a fear. Vicky wants everyone to know that we can all grow as individuals and improve our lives by using the power to choose wisely. By taking little steps, we get closer to our goal each and every day.
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March 14, 2022
Good Clean Fun
Vicky distress speaks to all of us that carry a fear instead of learning a lesson from the things that once defeat us. Vicky's decision to finally overcome her fear is a wonderful journey all readers can learn from. Fantastic book.
Vicky distress speaks to all of us that carry a fear instead of learning a lesson from the things that once defeat us. Vicky's decision to finally overcome her fear is a wonderful journey all readers can learn from. Fantastic book.
April 26, 2022
Inspirational
Very thoughtful rhymes to help kids overcome their fears. The illustrations were very bright, colorful, and fun. A great story.
Very thoughtful rhymes to help kids overcome their fears. The illustrations were very bright, colorful, and fun. A great story.
March 21, 2023
Wonderful story is a good transitional book
The story and illustrations are synchronized for the listed age group. This book has longer paragraphs for transitional children who are looking for longer paragraphs. The story is inspirational for children with fears of water. There is a bonus at the end of the boon to get the audio for this book. Overall, the books message and illustration do tell an inviting story to overcome your fear.
The story and illustrations are synchronized for the listed age group. This book has longer paragraphs for transitional children who are looking for longer paragraphs. The story is inspirational for children with fears of water. There is a bonus at the end of the boon to get the audio for this book. Overall, the books message and illustration do tell an inviting story to overcome your fear.
March 18, 2023
Another great rhyming book by these authors
This is the 2nd book we've read from these authors. There is a wonderfully positive and empowering attitude in all their writing, which I love.
This is the 2nd book we've read from these authors. There is a wonderfully positive and empowering attitude in all their writing, which I love.
March 3, 2023
Poetic and Entertaining
Well written Children’s book and beautifully illustrated. I love the poetic rhyming flow and the message of the story. We can choose courage over fear.
Well written Children’s book and beautifully illustrated. I love the poetic rhyming flow and the message of the story. We can choose courage over fear.
February 22, 2023
a good book with lessons for kids and adults
This book offers important lessons in understanding a child’s unique challenges. It is simple, yet will open your eyes to look beyond the surface in order to understand your child’s fear. Highly recommended!
This book offers important lessons in understanding a child’s unique challenges. It is simple, yet will open your eyes to look beyond the surface in order to understand your child’s fear. Highly recommended!
January 10, 2023
A fun story with a positive message.
This is a cute story with great illustrations. It helps teach kids they can overcome their fears. Other lessons are that it is important to be careful who you listen to, and positive thinking can help you overcome many things. A nicely done children’s book. My eight year old daughter really enjoyed it.
This is a cute story with great illustrations. It helps teach kids they can overcome their fears. Other lessons are that it is important to be careful who you listen to, and positive thinking can help you overcome many things. A nicely done children’s book. My eight year old daughter really enjoyed it.
May 22, 2024
If you're looking for a children's book that teaches valuable lessons, this is it. This book will help young readers learn about courage, positive thinking, and goal setting. It's the type of book that will help young children believe they can overcome any obstacle that comes their way.
The authors have created a beautifully illustrated book that is playful and entertaining. The main character, Sticky Icky Vicky, is relatable to the 6-9 year old audience. I know they will enjoy following her journey from overcoming her fears to becoming courageous. This is a great storytime book for parents, caregivers, and educators to use to teach children some good life lessons in a fun and engaging way. I plan to share this with my nephew and I know he will enjoy this story. I recommend this book.
The authors have created a beautifully illustrated book that is playful and entertaining. The main character, Sticky Icky Vicky, is relatable to the 6-9 year old audience. I know they will enjoy following her journey from overcoming her fears to becoming courageous. This is a great storytime book for parents, caregivers, and educators to use to teach children some good life lessons in a fun and engaging way. I plan to share this with my nephew and I know he will enjoy this story. I recommend this book.
September 22, 2024
You will grow to love Sticky Icky Vicky
This is an endearing book with a gift having had a traumatic experience that made her afraid to the water. She hears that negative voice in her head stirring up her fear. Fortunately, her good friends and supportive parents help her chose courage over fear and help her hear the positive, affirming voice that is in her head as well. I liked that the authors gave questions to interact with your kids over at the end of the book. Very well done!
This is an endearing book with a gift having had a traumatic experience that made her afraid to the water. She hears that negative voice in her head stirring up her fear. Fortunately, her good friends and supportive parents help her chose courage over fear and help her hear the positive, affirming voice that is in her head as well. I liked that the authors gave questions to interact with your kids over at the end of the book. Very well done!
March 8, 2025
really great for talking with kids
This was really cute. Vicky has a fear of water (for good reason) - after an accident. But she doesn’t want to get into ANY water, even a bath or shower.
Even when she gets sticky and icky.
Go along with Vicky as she learns to conquer her fear, and get Negative Ned out of her ear.
The questions at the end are a great resource for having a positive conversation about fear responses - with kiddos.
The illustrations are fun and a perfect enhancement to the story.
This was really cute. Vicky has a fear of water (for good reason) - after an accident. But she doesn’t want to get into ANY water, even a bath or shower.
Even when she gets sticky and icky.
Go along with Vicky as she learns to conquer her fear, and get Negative Ned out of her ear.
The questions at the end are a great resource for having a positive conversation about fear responses - with kiddos.
The illustrations are fun and a perfect enhancement to the story.
February 20, 2023
A rhyming book with nice illustrations
The story has written with rhyming and the illustrations have done nicely. I think this is a good book for children at age range 4 to 7 years old. The only issue with this book in my opinion is the paperback price that is almost $13 for a children book with less than 40 pages. The price is a little expensive.
The story has written with rhyming and the illustrations have done nicely. I think this is a good book for children at age range 4 to 7 years old. The only issue with this book in my opinion is the paperback price that is almost $13 for a children book with less than 40 pages. The price is a little expensive.
May 6, 2023
I loved how the book teaches children not to surrender to the negative voice in their head and to have the courage to do something that they were afraid of. I can see where the book would be very helpful in getting children past irrational fears. The text rhymes, which I loved, but does not have meter, which is still okay.
April 3, 2023
Loved this book
This is a story about Vicky over coming her fears about being afraid of water. I love that the family in the story is biracial and that the author is in a biracial relationship. The illustrations are super fun.
This is a story about Vicky over coming her fears about being afraid of water. I love that the family in the story is biracial and that the author is in a biracial relationship. The illustrations are super fun.
March 15, 2024
This is a special series, and this is a special book. I love the message of facing and overcoming your fears! We all deal with them, we all have memories. And we could all use a little listening to Positive Ted and believing in ourselves ... Good book :)
April 19, 2023
Great Message
The book is illustrated beautifully and I love the message about believing in yourself not matter what your circumstances are. Well done!
The book is illustrated beautifully and I love the message about believing in yourself not matter what your circumstances are. Well done!
May 2, 2023
Good story for children
It teaches the children how to be brave and swim in the water. It encourages to try new things in life in a safe way.
It teaches the children how to be brave and swim in the water. It encourages to try new things in life in a safe way.
June 16, 2023
Fun Story, Positive Message
This is a cute little story about a girl wrestling with her fear of water. It’s got a great, positive message designed to help children recognize, face, and overcome their fears.
This is a cute little story about a girl wrestling with her fear of water. It’s got a great, positive message designed to help children recognize, face, and overcome their fears.
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