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How to save the dragon: Instrument book for teaching impulse control to children
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Wrinkles is an adorable and well balanced elephant, and Flappy is a cute and energetic dragon who live together in wondrous world, filled with mysteries. They are special in their own way and they have super-powers. When the alarm gets triggered, Wrinkles and Flappy get separated, and their mission is in jeopardy. In this book, you will learn the two secretes that bro ...more
Wrinkles is an adorable and well balanced elephant, and Flappy is a cute and energetic dragon who live together in wondrous world, filled with mysteries. They are special in their own way and they have super-powers. When the alarm gets triggered, Wrinkles and Flappy get separated, and their mission is in jeopardy. In this book, you will learn the two secretes that bro ...more
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Nope. The message was important but not really well deliver, the illustration were way too soft and eastern like and the story not much greater. Didn't like it!
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A book about teaching kids emotion control
This book is designed to reach emotional control to children. There are some useful ideas in this book on how to teach self control of emotion and impulse. There are also some more advanced, slightly complex strategies that can be used. I found this book to be a useful tool in explaining to my children the reasons for controlling our emotions and the impulse we sometimes find wanting to come out. This is a good read for first time parents looking for som ...more
This book is designed to reach emotional control to children. There are some useful ideas in this book on how to teach self control of emotion and impulse. There are also some more advanced, slightly complex strategies that can be used. I found this book to be a useful tool in explaining to my children the reasons for controlling our emotions and the impulse we sometimes find wanting to come out. This is a good read for first time parents looking for som ...more
I received an advanced reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
This book is a story for chikdren about self control in rhyming format. Some areas of the rhyming could have been done better, but i particularly like the second part of the book for parents which is a guide to teaching and encouraging impulse and temper control.
I found some interesting tips and information and thought the sheets to fill in were a great idea as these help yo ...more
This book is a story for chikdren about self control in rhyming format. Some areas of the rhyming could have been done better, but i particularly like the second part of the book for parents which is a guide to teaching and encouraging impulse and temper control.
I found some interesting tips and information and thought the sheets to fill in were a great idea as these help yo ...more
Fun and practical
The book starts with a cute story, then moves on to practical advice, a "how to" guide that helps you see the signs and ask the right questions. You can then fill in the blanks based on your experience with your child in order to have your own personalised guide. Very fun and practical! ...more
The book starts with a cute story, then moves on to practical advice, a "how to" guide that helps you see the signs and ask the right questions. You can then fill in the blanks based on your experience with your child in order to have your own personalised guide. Very fun and practical! ...more
Great way to teach kids about emotion control
I liked that the book is based on scientific facts about brain development.
When reading this book I was quickly reminded of parenting courses and books where I learned about the amygdala and the role of the prefrontal cortex .
This book is great as it provides a beautiful way to explain to my daughter the fact that sometimes she might overreact and how to identify these situations and to control her actions.
And also that we (her parents) will always ...more
I liked that the book is based on scientific facts about brain development.
When reading this book I was quickly reminded of parenting courses and books where I learned about the amygdala and the role of the prefrontal cortex .
This book is great as it provides a beautiful way to explain to my daughter the fact that sometimes she might overreact and how to identify these situations and to control her actions.
And also that we (her parents) will always ...more
A Good Read for Big Kids With Structured Analysis and Discussion
This is a great storyline, yet has complexity that builds knowledge on emotional control and neurological response. A good read aloud with educated support.
This is a great storyline, yet has complexity that builds knowledge on emotional control and neurological response. A good read aloud with educated support.
'Hit the brakes on your muscles and heart'
Author Madeleine Matthews has devoted her knowledge and skills concerning childhood training and has found that impulse control is paramount in shaping good behavior and interaction with peers, siblings, parents and the world in general. As she states, ‘It is easier for children to create coping strategies when they have some practical examples to represent abstract notions, Lyrics help children to ‘tell the story’ so that they learn to process events an ...more
Author Madeleine Matthews has devoted her knowledge and skills concerning childhood training and has found that impulse control is paramount in shaping good behavior and interaction with peers, siblings, parents and the world in general. As she states, ‘It is easier for children to create coping strategies when they have some practical examples to represent abstract notions, Lyrics help children to ‘tell the story’ so that they learn to process events an ...more
This is an interesting book that can be used to teach impulse control for children. In the first part of this picture book, readers meet two gatekeepers in a faraway land. Flappy is a dragon who represents the lower order primitive side of the brain that deals with survival, while Wrinkles, the elephant, represents higher order or rational thought. The red sparkle heroes in this book represent the connection that the child has with parents or caregivers.
The fictional story involves Flappy and Wr ...more
The fictional story involves Flappy and Wr ...more
How to save the dragon: Instrument book for teaching impulse control to children by Madeleine Matthews is a useful tool when it comes to teaching children about impulse control. The book revolves around a fictional story with two characters, Wrinkles and Flappy, and describes the differences between acting on impulse and emotion, and using thoughtful reflection to make basic decisions. While this book is geared toward children it may also be useful for adults when guiding their children to make
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I believe that some people manage to cope with children better than others. I have always admired the work of professional teachers who can find an approach to any child and teach him. I recently found the book “How to save the dragon,” which, in my opinion, does the same job, no worse than a man. I was impressed with both the design and the content of the book. In my opinion, this is written with talent and is very useful for reading. Also, first of all, I want to mention the wonderful illustra
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What an amazing way to help kids understand controlling their emotions! This story was so cute! I loved meeting Flappy and Wrinkles! How To Save The Dragon is a great story to sit and read and then talk to your children or grandchildren with. Help them explain how it makes them feel when things don't go well or as they planned. Very well written and has a great message.
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Parents should read the book upfront and keep note of what to read out to their child and what parts are the useful parental tips.
It has some nice illustrations and some good hints of how to help your child.
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It has some nice illustrations and some good hints of how to help your child.
My reviews are always voluntary.
This book is so sweet, I read it with my kids and they loved it. I think it can help a lot of children with their emotions and even how to express them in a positive way. I reccomend it to every parent or even someone thinking about having children.
I thought this was a great book and would be useful and helpful to all children. I like how the author uses rhyming to help young children understand this better and let them know the different ways they can calmly solve their issues.
Love, love, LOVE the illustrations in this book. Uniquely written to help kids with impulse control. First half of the book is for the kids, last half for parents. Sure to be read again and again.
Flappy and Wrinkles are good concept characters to get a child's interest and then the aids in the back of the book will help a parent through helpung their child.
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I was provided an e-Advanced Reader Copy from Net Galley in exchange for an honest opinion. This did not impact my views.
The best thing about this book is the activities in the back of it that the kids can do.
I did find this book confusing in parts, but on the whole, it was enjoyable.
I am expecting that younger kids will find this book helpful, especially when they are having trouble expressing their feelings.
3/5 stars
The best thing about this book is the activities in the back of it that the kids can do.
I did find this book confusing in parts, but on the whole, it was enjoyable.
I am expecting that younger kids will find this book helpful, especially when they are having trouble expressing their feelings.
3/5 stars
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Hello, friends! Our book today is How To Save The Dragon, written by Madeleine Matthews, edited by Jamie McNicoll, and illustrated by Ludmila Hodis, a combination storybook and workbook to help kids learn impulse control.
There is a land that is like a vast maze, with endless challenges to face every day. The heroes of this land are a dynamic duo: Flappy the dragon, who is brave and strong and f ...more
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