Common Sense Media Review
By Carrie Kingsley
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Sweet, colorful book is full of affirming self-talk.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Read
What's the Story?
In THE REFLECTION IN ME, a child looks in the mirror and sees the outside first: sparkly eyes, fun dancing, a warm smile. But as the child and the reflection talk to one another, they tell each other what they see and appreciate in the layers beneath: courage, kindness, bravery, persistence. Each attribute is a reminder that we are perfect just the way we are, from our outsides to our inner selves.
Is It Any Good?
This lovely picture book engages readers with bright illustrations and a rhythmic, positive conversation between a child and their reflection in the mirror. The Reflection in Me reminds young readers and their adults that the things they do naturally—dance, play, try their best, and more—are wonderfully enough, and that they are perfect just the way they are. Marc Colagiovanni's sweet, rhythmic dialogue is a great, simple message for all ages, and the pages are full of Peter H. Reynolds' signature warm-hued, pastel illustrations.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what kind of messages we say to ourselves. Are they as positive as the ones in The Reflection in Me? Why is it important to communicate positive things to ourselves?
Why do people sometimes not have positive things to say to themselves?
What are some positive things you can say to yourself in the mirror?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Peter H. Reynolds
- Genre : Picture Book
- Character Strengths : Communication
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Orchard Books
- Publication date : March 5, 2024
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 4 - 8
- Number of pages : 32
- Available on : Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : April 17, 2024
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