Sunday, March 21, 2021

Tommy's ABCs Book Review


 

Author: JRenee Heinerman 

Illustrator: Marianna Flores

Publisher: Fabulicity Lifestyle Creations

Released: April 02, 2019

Format: Kindle, Hard Cover, Paperback 

ISBN: 978-1732418660

Reviewer: Ellwyn Autumn

Rating: 4 Lemon Drops



 

Words matter! A positive self-image alphabet for young learners! 

Review:

Book Summary:

Tommy had a rough day at school. He arrives home after being laughed at for playing basketball poorly during physical education class.

 His mom teaches him a new game that changes his negative self-talk to a more positive refrain. By the end, Tommy learns an important life lesson about the healing power of words.

Opinion:

A cute story that teaches children the value of self-worth and positive self-talk. The illustrations are colorful and add a pleasant component to the story.

I appreciated the open discussion questions and related activities at the end of the book. Parents and educators will find the extension activities meaningful when speaking with their kiddos about how to react to challenging situations.

I give it 4 Lemon Drops!





Classroom Connection:

Targeted Vocabulary: stupid, embarrassment, terrible, whimpered, qualities, dedicated, eager, trait, daredevil, quest, victorious, zest

Tommy’s ABCs is great for an All About Me unit as well as a lesson on feelings and kindness.

Resources:

https://www.pinterest.com/ellwynautumn/kamyla-chungs-bully-prevention/

https://www.pinterest.com/ellwynautumn/diversity-inclusion-lessons/

https://www.pinterest.com/ellwynautumn/self-esteem-in-kids/

 

About The Author:



JRenee Heimerman's desire for personal improvement started at an early age. During middle school, she began to struggle with depression, so she started searching for ways to make life more enjoyable. She discovered that material things and possession and possessions only provided temporary happiness.

Through her stories, JRenee hopes to teach children, as well as the adult reader, the skills to having a happier life. She shares an alternative way of thinking and provides activities to reinforce the lessons.

No comments:

Post a Comment