CONSCIOUS PARENTING
JACKSON’S FUN ADVENTURES
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By Janai Mestrovich
his book gives children a glimpse into
what it is like to use their imaginations
to discover who they are and explore
how they feel. The magic box with costumes is a delightful treasure chest that
seems to have a life of its own. A boy finds himself
inside a new costume every day, which leads him
through many ways of exploring what it is like to be
in different roles. In the end, he realizes that he can
be whatever he wants to be in life. This book could
be particularly useful in building self-esteem. It is
easy to see why author, Janai Mestrovich, is so wellknown for her happy and innovative approach to
teaching children about themselves.
Reviewed by Miriam Knight
BEEING CALM Coloring Story Book
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By Janai Mestrovich Illustrated by Rachel Moore
his combination of storybook and coloring book draws children into the
adventures of a hyperactive little bee
called Buzzbee, who keeps hitting his
head on flowers. His sister knows he
needs to learn how to be calm if he wants to keep
from getting hurt and be able to have friends. As
an interactive story, children are drawn into the
experiences that help them feel the difference between being a tense bee and a calm bee. Self-calming proves to be entertaining and empowering. Art
exercises for further reinforcement are provided at
the end of the story. This book would be a helpful tool for parents and teachers to offer kids some
good interactive tips. This coloring book provides
a way for children to understand the concept of
self-calming at their own level that is both fun and
empowering.
Reviewed by Miriam Knight
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