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November 14, 2011
Curly Girl Braids & More review
November 14, 2011
"Slippery Willie" children's book review
by Brittany Vandewalker
I was given a link to review this book online. I read this book to my daughter, Brea. She is having a little trouble with worrying about what everyone else thinks and not what she really thinks. Like she will say I have to have this because all the kids in my class are getting it. This is a great book and it has taught Brea not to worry about things because a lot of times people wont even notice if you have something different. We love this children's book. I am including a link to purchase the book and a photo of the author and some other links to the book too.
Slippery Willie Synopsis:Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."
Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.
Larry Peterson Bio:
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years.
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Blog by Donna review
November 14, 2011
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes can teach us all a life lesson
by Donna Chaffins
I recently received a PDF copy of "Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes" by Larry Peterson, to review. What a treat! My son will be nine in less than two weeks and could easily reat "Sliippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes" by himself, but my husband or I read to him for approximately 20 minutes every day, so I read this book aloud to him.
I emailed it to myself and uploaded it to my iPad, so I could easily read it to him, and show him the pictures as we sat on his bed.
Synopsis
Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."
I don't want to give away too much about this book... but I will share with you what my son and I took away from it. I asked my son one of the suggested questions at the end of the book -- "Would you stick up for someone that was being laughed at, or would you laugh along with everyone else?" He was very honest, and said that if the shoes were really stupid and ugly he might not be able to help himself, but that he would tell Willie that it's okay, and he should learn to laugh at himself. He did say that if someone was being laughed at or picked on, he would stand up for that person, though. Especially if others were doing it to just be mean.
I was reminded that we stress way too much over what others may think, when there really isn't anything to worry about in the first place. As women, we worry that what we wear or look like may seem stupid or ugly, when truth be told, other people just don't care. They're probably too worried that we are thinking something they are wearing is stupid or ugly. And that's the truth. We know that what is on the outside is incidental... it truly is what's on the inside.
No matter what we look like on the outside, we are all much more alike on the inside than we are different. I want my son to embrace the outward differences -- his uniqueness. And for him to understand how alike we all are. He said it best, "Mommy, we all want to be loved, we all hurt when people are mean to us, and laughing with someone is much better than laughing at someone." Out of the mouth of babes.
I highly recommend this book. It's short, sweet, and filled with a lesson for all ages.
About Larry Peterson:
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer,, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. "Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, FL, for the past 28 years. You can connect with him on Facebook.
You can purchase Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes at tribute books.
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Concert Katie review
November 13, 2011
Book Review: Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes
by Katie Wanta
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes tells the story of Willie Wiggles, a boy who has the most slippery feet there ever was. Usually he slips and slides all over the place, but his Mom got him some special shoes. These shoes are the stupidest and ugliest things Willie has ever seen, and he doesn't want to wear them to school. When he gets to school, everyone is laughing so hard at him they fall over! On his walk home from school because he was so upset, cars start crashing at the site of his shoes because they can't stop laughing!
It turns out that Willie was so upset over his shoes, he had a bad dream about them! When he actually wears them to school, everyone loves them and wants their own pair!
Being disabled and having worn leg braces to school during various times during school, I can definitely relate to Willie and being paranoid that everyone will laugh at me. Although, usually no one even noticed them.
At the end of the book there is an interactive guide with actions you can do that relate back to the book like wearing something you think is ugly to see what your classmates reactions are or volunteering with kids that are "different" (I'll clue you in – they're really not!)
There are also some discussion questions as well that you can discuss with your child after having read the book.
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Looking for readers to share their thoughts about accepting differences at:
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About the Author
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years.
November 11, 2011
"Hooray for Kelly Ripa and All You Women Who Agree With Her"
Within a few hours the women's website, Jezabel, slammed Ripa for her "antiquated social extremism". WHAT? Are you kidding me? The writer was outraged, "A woman can buy a man's meal any damn time she wants to---Ladies DO want to pay. Yours truly wants to pay, likes to pay, plans on paying etc, etc."
So where do these diverse views from women leave us men in these modern times? How are we supposed to know what will happen to us if we have the temerity to hold a door open for a woman or offer her a seat on a bus or maybe offer to help her with her overflowing grocery cart while she is trying to lift her toddler out of its seat? Are we going to be thanked or cursed? Are we going to be accused of being one of those defiled
"male chauvinists"? (FYI ladies: there are actually very few true "male chauvinists". But it is sure a handy stereotype). We men do not know what to expect anymore. As for me, I DO NOT like it.
I come from a world where a boy was taught to do these things. I can remember men walking down the street and tipping their hats to ladies as they passed by. It was a sign of respect and the ladies ALWAYS nodded and smiled. We men view women as needing to be "looked out for", protected, as wanting a strong shoulder readily available to "cry on". It is our nature. We are somehow genetically programmed to want to take care of you. It has nothing to do with mental acuity. In the IQ world many women are smarter than men. Women today are doctors, lawyers, politicians, successful entrepreneurs, accountants, IT experts, etc. Surprise ladies, men respect that. Most men also believe that women should get equal pay for doing similar jobs. But men DO NOT believe that women should become like men and strip us of who and what we were meant to be and mask it under the guise of equality. There are women out there who actually have this twisted notion that fathers are unnecessary. Just go to a sperm bank---who needs a stupid man. WHATEVER. If I were to pull your chair out at a restaurant it would be out of respect not because I would think I was better than you or was trying to control you or dominate you. I find it hard to believe that I am actually explaining this but this is where our minds have gone.
Lord knows, I NEVER wanted to give birth to any of my children. But I sure loved being there to take care of and protect my wife and to hold my kids and feed them and even change their dirty diapers. I loved watching them grow, playing Santa and wrestling with my boys and teaching them how to throw a ball. The fact is, there are millions of men who feel the same as I do. Consequently, we deserve the same respect that you expect from us. "Hooray For Kelly Ripa" and all you women who agree with her.
Silkki's Reviews
November 11, 2011
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes
by Sally Payette
Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.
MY REVIEW: I was thrilled to receive this book to review. I love reading to my four children and this story definitely shares a lesson with children that although you may be different some times things aren't as bad as you think they may be. Willie is one of those children who has an issue that he can not control, the doctors can't find a way to stop the problem so his wonderful mother buys him special shoes to fix it her own way. They are custom made and work like a charm. Unfortunately, like most young children with a problem, Willie is afraid of what children at school will say, it even haunts his sleep, he wakes up only to discover that it was all a bad dream and when he gets to school the next day he sees that he was wrong about the other kids in school. They love his shoes and everyone wants some. Although the story is wonderful in meaning I do not like the words it uses "ugly, stupid & hate" are all words that we do not use in my house so I have to improvise when reading it to my children. Most people may not have that same issue and their children will love the story as is. I love the story, just with a little bit of tweaking. Willie learned a valuable lesson and I really think the author Larry Peterson did a wonderful job with this story. It will be a treasured story because it has a lot of good humor and a great message for children.
Larry Peterson Bio:
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years.
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Everyday Ramblings of My Life review
November 10, 2011
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes (ebook review) - A MUST Read!
by Tara Funair
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes was a perfect book to read to my boys.They are so concerned with how others see them. Whether their friends, classmates, and family will accept their clothes, or quirks, and old/new toys.. It's ridiculous!
My boys will lose sleep, make themselves ill, and have little panic attacks over these silly little things.I loved reading this book to them. I even asked hubby to sit with us when I read it because he is the exact same way.
My 5 year old did not like it when everyone laughed, because he doesn't like to be laughed at.
Our children are so wrapped up into what others think of them or their possessions, even their family, that they forget to be children. It's important to teach our children that it's okay to be different, that it's sometimes a good thing. We also much teach them to respect and tolerate others who are different.
The author of this book lives (locally) in my area, which I thought was cool! AND it's his first book. Even better!
Slippery Willie Synopsis:Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world." Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.Larry Peterson Bio:
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years. Facebook
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Sweet 'n Treats review
November 10, 2011
(Review) Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes by Larry Peterson
by Sally Payette
I had the opportunity to review a children's book,
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes
by Larry Peterson. It is an easy read for school-aged children where they can relate to the message. Peterson depicts an excellent message that is it okay to be different than everyone else and sometimes your own fear is the biggest hurdle. Many children face bullying in school by their peers and this story gives children courage to be themselves. I wanted to read this to my daughter but it is a little too mature for her age right now but I would love to purchase the book for her to have when she is older to read and understand the message of accepting differences. Everyone is not the same and you should not put a person down or make fun of them because they are not like you.
{Slippery Willie Synopsis} Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."
Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.
{About the Author} Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. "Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes" is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 30 years.
{Links for Author & Book} Please support Larry Peterson & Tribute Books by visiting Slipper Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes website as well as their other social network sites.
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November 10, 2011
Oh the Joys of Boys review
November 10, 2011
Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes - children's book review
by Jess Berry
Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."
Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.
My take on the book: I always read books before sharing them with my kids, just to be on the safe side. I chose not to share this book with Spank, but when my neighbors were over the other day I asked her read it and see if she would to share it with her children to read, who are older. She did, and they liked it! They are ages 6-10 and they liked that the kids in Willie's class were nice and didn't make fun of him for being different. The pictures were great, this book would definitely be a big hit with many boys! Why didn't I choose to share with my 3 year old? We have been working on not saying two very forbidden words in this house and this book contained them. I guess I should have known from the title, if it were a one time word I would have been alright with it. It wasn't though, and I didn't think it at this time it would be age appropriate. When he gets a little older and out of this phase, I would read it to him, or let him read it himself. The storyline is wonderful, especially because so many children battle with fitting in, and this would be a wonderful key to help them build their self esteem.
Want to purchase? You can find Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes, Here. About the Author:
Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years.
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TwinkieMommie Review
November 10, 2011
Book Review: Willie's Slippery Feet
by Laurie Danas
I had the opportunity to review a wonderful new children's book called Slippery Wille's Stupid Ugly Shoes. The story is very inspirational. It touches on the delicate issue of being different; and how it is okay if you are different. It is a truly sweet and funny story.
The story: Willie Wiggles hates his slippery feet. He just slips, slides and spins all over the place. But what he hates even more are the special shoes that have been made for him that will help him to walk just like all the other kids. Willie thinks that they are the "stupidest, ugliest shoes in the whole world."
Discover how sometimes we worry about things about ourselves when actually there is nothing to worry about in the first place.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book. The story and illustrations were quite enjoyable. I would recommend this book for children, parents and teachers.
About the Author Larry Peterson: Larry Peterson was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. As a freelancer, he has written many newspaper columns for local publications. Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes is his first children's book. Peterson has lived in Pinellas Park, Florida for the past 28 years.
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Bay Area Mommy review
November 9, 2011
Book Review: Slippery Willie's Stupid, Ugly Shoes
by Alice
I had an opportunity to review this wonderful book by Larry Peterson.Entitled "Slippery Willie's Stupid Ugly Shoes", this book tells about the story of Willie who had feet so slippery that his shoes and socks would slip off his feet even while he's seated. Doctors were unable to find out why his feet were so slippery so as a solution to his problem, special shoes were made for him. Willie hated these shoes because he felt they were ugly. Unfortunately, he had no choice but to wear them to school and when he did, everyone laughed at him, his classmates, his teacher, the principal, the school building, the birds, the passengers on an airplane, drivers on the street and even his mom. He felt so embarrassed that he begged his mom to take the locks off the shoes so he can stop wearing them. His mom said she can't because she lost the keys. Eventually, Willie realized he was just dreaming and when he did wear the shoes, they even elicited praises from those who saw them.
MY REVIEW:
I really appreciate the intent of Larry peterson in this book. I remember when I was child, I would imagine being embarrassed in front of people when in the first place, there isn't really anything to worry about. I remember being embarrassed that my mom would cook and make me bring my lunch to school. I was embarrassed that she would make me a sandwich instead of just letting me buy junk food in the school cafeteria. As a child, I had a lot of fears and apprehensions that were unreasonable.
And this book captures just that, how a child's imagination can affect the way they relate with others. This book makes the reader realize that sometimes we just need to understand that different people have different situations, different preferences, different ideas. And just because others are different doesn't mean that it gives us license to make fun of them or maybe even hate them. We have to understand that God has created us to be unique and we need to accept and love our uniqueness.
I also love how the book ends with an interactive part where questions are asked for the reader to think about. It doesn't stop at just telling a story. It goes further to engage the reader and encourage him/her to apply what he/she learned based on Willie's story.
This book is an excellent read for a child and the child-at-heart. No matter what situation they find themselves in life, it is always good to be reminded to respect yourself and respect others.
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