Tag Archives: self-acceptance

Dumplin’, Go Big or Go Home – Book Recommendation

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Joanna

Title: Dumplin’, Go Big or Go Home Written by: Julie Murphy Published by: Balzer & Bray, 2015 Ages: 12+ Themes: Overweight people, bullying, self acceptance, beauty pageants, diversity, friendship, high school dating, Texas Opening: All the best things in my … Continue reading →

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Be A friend – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Joanna

Title: Be A Friend Author & Illustrator: Salina Yoon Publisher: Bloomsbury Children’s Books, January 2016 Themes: individuality, imagination, friendship Ages: 3-7 Opening: Dennis was an ordinary boy …who expressed himself in EXTRAORDINARY ways. Synopsis: Dennis is an ordinary boy who expresses himself in … Continue reading →

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Happy In our Skin – Perfect Picture Book Friday

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Joanna

Title: Happy in Our Skin Written by: Fran Manushkin Illustrated by: Lauren Tobia Published by: Candlewick Press, 2015 Themes/Topics: diversity, self-acceptance, skin Suitable for ages: 2-5 Opening: Look at you!                               … Continue reading →

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