Storytelling session
There is a beautiful exhibition called Picture This and it’s showing my favourite children’s books like Alice in Wonderland, The little prince and the Gruffalo. So if you are looking for something to do I would highly recommend it, stay tuned for some pictures from the exhibition!
Part of it is the storytelling sessions performed by local authors. And last Thursday it was me reading Tree Full of wonder. Seeing the kids, interacting with them and watching the smile on their faces was priceless. We had around 80 people attending both of the sessions, and I think some of the parents enjoyed it too
A little bit of reading, movement and breathing was a perfect combination for the book.
What is your happy memory involving a book?
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Back 2 School E-book Promo!
I am so happy to announce that I have partnered with 13 other authors to bring you 15 E-books to download on Thursday, August 11th for FREE. Yes!!! That’s right! FREE!! No strings attached! We all know that reading is vital to a child’s growth and development and these books will be great tools to jumpstart their excitement with school starting back up!
Many of these picture books focus on positive thinking skills, and will be great resources to initiate conversations with them about starting school off right with a positive mindset! We really hope you and your children enjoy reading them. Please remember after you read each book also to provide an honest review as well. This is the best way to tell an author THANK YOU.
To download- click the link for the various country you are in below.
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International Yoga Day
21st of June is an international Yoga Day but it’s also a very special day because it’s the summer solstice. The Day and night are equal! To celebrate those amazing energies, Yogi Superhero paperback will be on sale 21st and 22nd of June! Only Ā£3.99 in the UK and $6.99 in the US!
Grab yours when you can!
http://mybook.to/YogiSuperheroRev2
And below is the teacher review of the book! – thank you so much @joestarling.author
Happy Yoga!
Reposted from @joestarling.author
Book appreciation post! I’ve had this book since it came out – I have it in both paperback and eBook version because I love it so much and think it works brilliantly with a whole range of children!
‘Yogi Superhero’ by @theannasmithers is absolutely awesome – every child I’ve worked with has loved it and enjoyed taking part in yoga whilst reading a story! It’s such a fun and interesting way for kids to engage in yoga and practice their best superhero, yoga poses!
Today my class and read this book as an eBook as we still need to follow social distance rules in Italy, so crowding around my paperback version wasn’t quite an option! The best part? There’s a whole book series for Yogi Superhero!
Have you read this book?
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A recent article in the local newspaper!
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Let’s Celebrate Earth Day!
To celebrate have a look at the new reading of the book! Full of wonder and sound effects š Enjoy!
Also, only today paperbacks in the UK and US are 50%off!
Let’s celebrate š
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FREE E-books 9-10th of April
Because Easter holidays are upon us, I made a couple of ebooks Free this weekend! Both about Forest! Great outdoors and indoors! You can download the e-books on Amazon! Only this weekend! Just type the title and choose kindle!
http://mybook.to/TreeFullofWonderebook
mybook.to/YogiForestEbook
Reviews are always appreciated!
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Red Ribbon Winner!
I am so happy to announce that “Tree full of wonder” is a proud red ribbon winner of the wishing shelf award!
Here is some feedback: Readersā Comments
āI think this book is excellent for helping children to understand how important trees are, and how we must try to help them grow.ā Boy, aged 8
āA very enjoyable book for young children with a little tree-related education throw-in. The book was a good way of starting off a classroom chat on trees, nature, climate change, and how they produce oxygen.ā Primary school teacher, aged 52
āThis is the sort of book that will make children want to go out and hug a tree!ā Boy, aged 7
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FREE E-BOOKS for KIDS!
Calling all teachers, counsellors, therapists and parents – we know how much childrenās mental health matters, so we are shining a light on a group of amazing and FREE ebooks that enhance childrenās mental health and wellbeing!
Once downloaded, this group of inspiring books will be yours to keep! We hope these resources help you with fun social and emotional learning activities this week and throughout the year!
These 12 books will illuminate the strength and resilience within your little readers, encouraging them to manage “Big Emotions” now and in the future and shine brightly!
Available For 2 days ONLY2/28/22-3/1/22Links below!
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1 STAR REVIEW
“No such Thing As “Climate Change”, It’s Weather. Childrens books shouldn’t include leftist propaganda such as “climate change”...
And it was interesting. I asked myself why it bothers me so muchā¦
I wrote āTree Full of Wonderā to give a voice to those who donāt have it. To show the unbreakable bond between people and trees. To allow children to fall in love with nature.
I believe in freedom of speech, the freedom of an individual to articulate their opinion. And maybe this person is right, maybe climate change doesnāt exist. Maybe itās just a made-up phrase. I know that there is no one ātruthā, that every truth is just a perception of someoneās world and even science can be subjective. I get that. But surely climate change should be our experience already. When you walk in the forest and when you walk in the city, the quality of air is different. The city is always warmer during summer, but it feels almost like artificial heat.ā¦ I mean, thatās real. Itās not made up.
And if we say āclimate changeā is not real, what will be next? Will we reject the idea of deforestation? Pollution of the oceans? Coral reefs dying around the world? Is it because we donāt want to see it? Because we are afraid of change?
And I think the time came when we must take the stand and start taking care of nature. Start facing the consequences of our choices. Even if it means a less comfortable life. Even if it means we must sacrifice some things we love. Because by stating that nothing bad happens to our natural world, we head towards a disaster. Saying climate change doesnāt exist also contradicts the lives of so many wonderful people who tried to open our eyes to the beauty of our world, of nature, and the damage we cause.
SirĀ DavidĀ FrederickĀ Attenborough
Dr Jane Morris GoodallĀ
Greta ThunbergĀ
Peter WohllebenĀ
Many wonderful activists in the UK are trying to change our future and the future of our children and grandchildren. Their life mission is to find a more sustainable way of living. And I admire them for that.Ā
Are all those people wrong?
My conclusion is that if it means that my bookĀ includes leftist propaganda such as “climate change”, then I am proud of that. I am proud of imprinting children with ideas on how to improve the world we are living in. How to plant more trees and take care of our planet. And if that means I will get bad reviews like that, I am ok with it, because itās for a good cause.
If you want to see for yourself, what the book is about, it’sĀ FREE only this weekend 19-21st FEB 2022, on Amazon with the link below:
mybook.to/TreeFullofWonderebook
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“Tree Full of Wonder” review!
I was just browsing the internet for my recent book “Tree Full of Wonder”, and I found this article! It’s a gem, beautifully written!. I don’t know this person but I am grateful for this beautiful review. Full article – Link below.
And here is just a small part: “Even at their tender age, young children are capable of understanding simple things in their surroundings. And, therefore, itās important to teach them the value of the creatures they see, like the birds and the trees. The story starts with the little girl inviting the reader to explore their family garden. Specifically, she introduces her old friend, the tree. She further explains the nature of this big creation and how she nurtures it. And, not only that! The smart little girl also challenges her friends and the reader to identify the different kinds of trees. Join her and learn more about Natureās creation around you. Itās fun!
https://www.nilaeslit.com/tree-full-of-wonder-book-review
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