I found a fantastic picture book at Barnes & Noble back in April: Itty-Bitty Kitty Corn, written by Shannon Hale and illustrated by LeUyen Pham. The second I saw it, I knew I had to have it.
It's such a fun book to read and has so many great themes: Finding one's identity, self-love, acceptance, confidence, kindness, empathy, friendship, seeing others and being seen for who you are. Whew! That's a lot! I'm sure there are even more!
Kitty is so confident. Brave. Bold. Spunky. I fell in love instantly!
There are always some naysayers in life, aren't there? It's so hard to be put down or not believed or valued or accepted for who we know we are. As a parent and teacher, I'm always looking for ways and words to use to instill this same confidence in my kids/students.
Yes, this is a fantastically adorable book BUT there is so much goodness-on-every-level going on here.
Your kids will take a deep breath and gulp here...
The beginning of a beatiful fiendship! Unicorn could make or break Kitty Corn here... I simply love the next few spreads that amplify acceptance. I wish I could show all of them but you'll have to buy or check out the book at the library.
"I see you" are such powerful words. Isn't that what life is all about? Should be all about? Being seen...
This makes a terrific read aloud during the first few weeks of school.
In honor of Itty-Bitty Kitty Corn, who you just know must do daily affirmations, I'd like to offer my blog readers my Affirmation Station for free today and tomorrow ONLY. (September 7/8) Drop me your email below or email me and I'll send to you.
Happy reading!
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