Celebrate your child’s possibilities and dreams, but also what makes them so uniquely special right now.
One day when you’re older you'll finally see
That you are the person you dreamed you could be.
You'll be so amazing in every which way,
But think about how,
You’re amazing today!
With rhyming text and joyful illustrations, encourage all children to see themselves as creative, courageous and capable.
Celebrate your child’s possibilities and dreams, but also what makes them so uniquely special right now.
One day when you’re older you'll finally see
That you are the person you dreamed you could be.
You'll be so amazing in every which way,
But think about how,
You’re amazing today!
With rhyming text and joyful illustrations, encourage all children to see themselves as creative, courageous and capable.
Amazing Today: A Celebration of You! is an uplifting story that spreads positivity, joy, and love and encourages readers to focus on their wonderful attributes.
Life is stressful, and it's easy to fall victim to self-doubt. After all, we are our own worst critics. These negative feelings take a toll on our psyche and become all we can think about. I encourage everyone to take a page from Amazing Today: A Celebration of You! and let your children know how proud you are of them today. Cheer their bravery when they ride a bike for the first time. If they make mistakes, inform your youngster that mistakes happen and you're happy they tried. Encourage them to keep being brave—keep trying. This resilience in the face of challenges will shape them into strong, confident individuals.
The author writes in the create and magnificent section, "Today you imagine magnificent things, a stick is a sword, or some butterfly wings. Each mess that you make is a grand piece of art. Your thoughts and your talents come straight from the heart!" While not every scribble is museum-worthy art, if your child shows excitement about their artwork, then know it comes from their heart. Praise their picture and the artist so they walk away with a smile.
Smiling. The writer encourages you to keep smiling. They also request you (meaning, kids) keep being silly and carefree. I agree with the author. Laugh and hang out with family and friends. Jump in the puddles like the kids in the book. Dance. Blow on dandelions and watch their seeds float to the ground. Read this book with a friend.
The author beautifully states, "You'll never quite know all the lives that you touch. Your power is shown with the love that you share." Therefore, I encourage readers to follow in one character's inspiring footsteps and help at a food drive. Spread kindness, compassion, and care! Let's all do our part to make it a better place.
Amy Mucci, a behavior specialist, encourages readers to take an in-depth look at themselves through conversation starters. These are prompts that initiate meaningful discussions or reflections. They ask you to select words from the 18 characteristics featured in the book and to write down your goals or dreams. And finally, they want you to name what makes you feel amazing. In a world that can diminish someone's glow, it's vital to participate in activities that create happy children and, one day, happy adults. Therefore, I recommend answering this last question if you answer nothing else.
I recommend reading Amazing Today: A Celebration of You! The book exudes positivity, love, happiness, kindness, and inclusion through every wonderful rhythmic line and every lovely multicultural illustration.
My suggested age group is 4-9 years.