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Tomorrow I'll Be Kind
'[Jessica Hische's] inspirational words and scenes are brought to life vividly with her colourful hand-lettering and drawings' - The Independent
In a follow-up to Tomorrow I'll Be Brave, award-winning creator Jessica Hische brings to life another series of inspirational, hand-lettered words of wisdom, hope and positivity alongside adorable illustrations of love and caring. This uplifting book is a reminder to all readers, young and old, that the smallest kind gesture can make the biggest difference.
In a follow-up to Tomorrow I'll Be Brave, award-winning creator Jessica Hische brings to life another series of inspirational, hand-lettered words of wisdom, hope and positivity alongside adorable illustrations of love and caring. This uplifting book is a reminder to all readers, young and old, that the smallest kind gesture can make the biggest difference.
40 pages, Paperback
First published January 14, 2020
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March 1, 2020
This is a darling beginning book. The animals: rabbit, cat and mouse, are super cute and the colors are super bright. It seems to me that Jessica is big time into calligraphy. I like it myself. She had some beautiful lettering in the book.
The book is rhymed which makes me happy. The story is about being our best selves that we can be. We’ll be kind, generous, honest, grateful, etc. It’s a nice story.
I have given up reading these beginning books to the nephew. He doesn’t like any of them. Today, it’s only my opinion.
The book is rhymed which makes me happy. The story is about being our best selves that we can be. We’ll be kind, generous, honest, grateful, etc. It’s a nice story.
I have given up reading these beginning books to the nephew. He doesn’t like any of them. Today, it’s only my opinion.
February 28, 2020
This book is a bit strange. While the sentiments are nice, I don't really understand the "tomorrow" element. It makes the book seem like a manual for procrastination. Why can't you be helpful, generous, and kind today? Why do you need to put it off? (If you keep saying "tomorrow", you'll never actually have to do it. So what's the point here?)
The illustrations are interesting. Colourful and graphic, they still manage to incorporate lots of details. Each of the concepts is highlighted with a big, fancy word that spans a spread. However, some of these are kind of hard to read (like, you need to lean way back to be able to see what the word actually is, because there are a lot of flourishes that kind of obscure the basic shape). While the fancy lettering will probably appeal to adult readers who like that sort of thing, I question having something with such poor readability in a children's picture book.
Overall, this is just okay. I would've liked it a lot better if the emphasis had been on things that we can do today rather than tomorrow.
The illustrations are interesting. Colourful and graphic, they still manage to incorporate lots of details. Each of the concepts is highlighted with a big, fancy word that spans a spread. However, some of these are kind of hard to read (like, you need to lean way back to be able to see what the word actually is, because there are a lot of flourishes that kind of obscure the basic shape). While the fancy lettering will probably appeal to adult readers who like that sort of thing, I question having something with such poor readability in a children's picture book.
Overall, this is just okay. I would've liked it a lot better if the emphasis had been on things that we can do today rather than tomorrow.
December 24, 2019
I get that the author/illustrator is a lettering artist, but most of the lettering was difficult to read for me and I'm an adult who learned cursive in school. I can't imagine that the fancy lettering will be easy for the kids to read.
February 9, 2020
It seems like we live in an age in which so many people have a tough time interacting positively with each other. When so many of us are isolated and glued to our phones, young people have a tough time finding positive role models of living in community with others. This sweet picture books highlights seven positive behavior traits and uses simple rhyming text to show a little bunny that is trying very hard to do the right thing every day. When the day is done, even if one has fallen short, there's hope that tomorrow will be a better day. This would be a good book to share at the end of a busy day as a way to reflect on the good things that happened. It would also be a good way to plan ways to exhibit these positive traits the next day.
August 21, 2020
I thought that the emphasized words looked pretty but were very difficult to read. Also, it kept saying that the narrator would do all these nice things tomorrow. Why not now or today? Just didn't sit well with me.
September 21, 2020
It's bedtime, and a child goes over all the ways one can be better tomorrow.
Beautiful illustrations. Rhyme.
February 4, 2020
Those familiar with Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave will find a similar approach to living out the artistically rendered words: with thoughtfulness, and tenacity. We are only asked to try our best, get a good night’s rest, and try again tomorrow. I appreciate the inclusion that maybe there is a level of preparation involved in our pursuits, even beyond sleeping. Sure the efforts of a day require rest, but Hische’s protagonists dream. The text at the close reads” I’ll dream of the good that comes when we all just try our best;” while the images speak to more opportunities. The story attached to “Honest” finds a new story that could fit under the heading of “Generous.”
Similar to the previous book: Hische inspires the reader/listener to come up with their own ideas of what patience or gentleness of honesty might look like. The word “Patient” accompanies a playground scenario of waiting turns; it also explores the idea (on the following page) of being stuck, but not giving up: “I’ll take time to see it through.”
Notice how the three main characters are—well, three always—and how they are in the company of friends or family. All of these ideas are pursued in relationships, in community. The giving and receiving creates worthwhile moments, even in difficult situations: broken windows, grieving loss.
The palette is warm and soft. The Font-Art haven’t many hard edges or angles—except “Patient,” which is used as a structure; is staid and less sprawling. Hische brings a lot of energy and activity to the page: this pairs well with the notion that these Word-Ideas are pro-active, “Tomorrow I’ll be helpful/ when I see someone in need/ I won’t stand by or hesitate, /I’ll get up and take the lead!”
Tomorrow I’ll Be Kind is a nice companion to the earlier Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave. For some of us, it may be the best kind of pairing. Regardless, it’s a good one to have around, a gentle reminder and inspiring book to reference as we (all of us) grow into the best versions of ourselves.
Noted: The Ziggy Stardust inspired album cover on page 3—cute.
Similar to the previous book: Hische inspires the reader/listener to come up with their own ideas of what patience or gentleness of honesty might look like. The word “Patient” accompanies a playground scenario of waiting turns; it also explores the idea (on the following page) of being stuck, but not giving up: “I’ll take time to see it through.”
Notice how the three main characters are—well, three always—and how they are in the company of friends or family. All of these ideas are pursued in relationships, in community. The giving and receiving creates worthwhile moments, even in difficult situations: broken windows, grieving loss.
The palette is warm and soft. The Font-Art haven’t many hard edges or angles—except “Patient,” which is used as a structure; is staid and less sprawling. Hische brings a lot of energy and activity to the page: this pairs well with the notion that these Word-Ideas are pro-active, “Tomorrow I’ll be helpful/ when I see someone in need/ I won’t stand by or hesitate, /I’ll get up and take the lead!”
Tomorrow I’ll Be Kind is a nice companion to the earlier Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave. For some of us, it may be the best kind of pairing. Regardless, it’s a good one to have around, a gentle reminder and inspiring book to reference as we (all of us) grow into the best versions of ourselves.
Noted: The Ziggy Stardust inspired album cover on page 3—cute.
February 26, 2020
At first glance, I wasn't fond of this one. I didn't dislike it, it's just not something I would choose to share in a read aloud at storytime. I think it's best with one-on-one sharing because the font can be difficult to read, unless you're super familiar with the pages. However, after reading the author's blurb, I get why it is the way it is, and it works for that purpose. And it is a sweet message.
July 21, 2020
A sweet rhyming poem-style story of a young rabbit who promises to focus on a multitude of positive behaviors.
The concept of this title is wonderful, however the execution leaves much to be desired. As where the illustrations are beautiful, the adjectives themselves are almost unreadable due to their size and fonts used on the page. I had to hold the book at arms length to be able to make out most of the words.
Definitely not recommended for storytime.
The concept of this title is wonderful, however the execution leaves much to be desired. As where the illustrations are beautiful, the adjectives themselves are almost unreadable due to their size and fonts used on the page. I had to hold the book at arms length to be able to make out most of the words.
Definitely not recommended for storytime.
August 19, 2022
Featured in a grandma reads session.
One of those mini-road maps to a happy life, basically. Decorated with engaging art, swirly letters, accessible colors, ones you can find in your own crayons and can replicate.
Patience, helpfulness, gratitude, gentleness - all good things to remind a child of, a human of, often and quietly in a room with people you feel safe with.
A very good read.
One of those mini-road maps to a happy life, basically. Decorated with engaging art, swirly letters, accessible colors, ones you can find in your own crayons and can replicate.
Patience, helpfulness, gratitude, gentleness - all good things to remind a child of, a human of, often and quietly in a room with people you feel safe with.
A very good read.
September 24, 2021
While the message of this book is excellent, the illustrations are a bit busy. They're beautifully done, but I found some of the calligraphy of the words very hard to read.
March 2, 2020
This is a follow up book to “Tomorrow I’ll be Brave” and is done in the same style. Which is to say that it isn’t a storybook, but rather a visual explication of the qualities of kindness. A double truck (side by side pages) contain a hand lettered word such as “patience” that is a specific attribute of kindness. The next two pages contain a simple description of the image in front of the reader that now shows the word from the previous page being put into action, for example, a patient person might let someone else go first and wait for their turn to come. The final images and words show how kindness benefits everyone.
This is a beautiful book to add to a collection of uplifting and beneficial reads. The lettering of the enormous words that stretch accross the pages is crafted with care and the peaceful pinks make a nice counterpoint to the bold blues of “Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave.” There is a slight potential to read a misogynistic subtext in the color selections of each book, but as long as both books are equally distributed between the sexes it’s not going to be an issue. Everyone needs an appropriate dose of these qualities in equal measure t0 provide balance and keep both kindness and bravery from slipping past being virtues into becoming vices. It is wonderful how the books relate to each other to create this balanced meesage. This is an all around great book both textually and visually, for it's beauty as well as it's message, and for a conversation provoking theme.
This is a beautiful book to add to a collection of uplifting and beneficial reads. The lettering of the enormous words that stretch accross the pages is crafted with care and the peaceful pinks make a nice counterpoint to the bold blues of “Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave.” There is a slight potential to read a misogynistic subtext in the color selections of each book, but as long as both books are equally distributed between the sexes it’s not going to be an issue. Everyone needs an appropriate dose of these qualities in equal measure t0 provide balance and keep both kindness and bravery from slipping past being virtues into becoming vices. It is wonderful how the books relate to each other to create this balanced meesage. This is an all around great book both textually and visually, for it's beauty as well as it's message, and for a conversation provoking theme.
March 2, 2020
Age: Preschool-1st grade
Great vocabulary for different ways to be kind. Each key word is written in an elaborate font that takes up the whole page but also serves as interactive objects that are related to the word or the setting. For PATIENT, a slide dips through the 'n' while a zebra sits on the 'a.' Although you may not immediately read the word, the reward of a little extra effort is fun. Crisp illustrations, a reflection of tomorrow, and a sweet bedtime read make this stand out amidst the SEL kindness books.
Great vocabulary for different ways to be kind. Each key word is written in an elaborate font that takes up the whole page but also serves as interactive objects that are related to the word or the setting. For PATIENT, a slide dips through the 'n' while a zebra sits on the 'a.' Although you may not immediately read the word, the reward of a little extra effort is fun. Crisp illustrations, a reflection of tomorrow, and a sweet bedtime read make this stand out amidst the SEL kindness books.
March 9, 2020
This book will make a fantastic bedtime reading book as a child thinks of all the good things he wants to do the following day. In brightly colored illustrations and full-paged words, we read about how a child wants to be helpful, patient, gentle, honest, generous, grateful, and kind. Great ending thoughts before it's time to sleep!
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For more children's literature, middle grade literature, and YA literature reviews, feel free to visit my personal blog at The Miller Memo!
September 14, 2020
This book about kindness is a real work of art. I just wonder why it couldn't have been called "Today I'll be Kind?" Why not start right away. The words Helpful, Patient, Gentle, Honest, Generous, Grateful and Kind, are defined. With lots of colourful illustrations young readers can be guided through the situations and discuss how they can do the same. I love the book and its concept but still feel small children will need to have older readers provide explanations.
June 15, 2020
The illustrations are absolutely wonderful, but I did not enjoy the big fancy pretty letters of the big word spread out across two pages. They're so pretty and curved, it took me a bit to figure out what the word was. I like the illustrations more than the words to be honest.
Somewhat SPOILERS AHEAD:
Story wise it's alright. It basically tells you how you can be helpful, patient, gentle, honest, generous, grateful, and kind.
Somewhat SPOILERS AHEAD:
Story wise it's alright. It basically tells you how you can be helpful, patient, gentle, honest, generous, grateful, and kind.
July 28, 2019
I recieved an early copy from edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. I loved this. I feel like this is one you can read at anytime to remind yourself to be a better person. To strive towards goodness. I wish this was going to be out in time for the first few days of school. I'd love to use it in my classroom.
February 18, 2020
This is a beautiful book! Some of the words are hard to read because there are pictures over-laid but its still lovely. There is also something going on with the family in the story (a loss of someone), children may not notice it but I sure did.
I also liked how the family had a rabbit, a cat and a mouse, which might be signifying adoption or foster family, which is nice to see.
I also liked how the family had a rabbit, a cat and a mouse, which might be signifying adoption or foster family, which is nice to see.
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July 29, 2020When people look back at children’s books, they’ll definitely say “wow. That is so 2020.” It’s a sweet little book with illustrations, color and sentiment firmly rooted in what publishers are after these days. I’m not saying I don’t like it. The lettering is somewhat hard to read for its intended audience.
If you want a message book, this one will suit your needs.
If you want a message book, this one will suit your needs.
January 21, 2020
Good rhyming.
Lettering was trick to read. Maybe outlined in black would have helped... or smaller on the double spread.
Agree with reviews who suggest it should have been "Today I'll Be Kind," because why wait. When I read this to kids I will likely say TODAY.
Lettering was trick to read. Maybe outlined in black would have helped... or smaller on the double spread.
Agree with reviews who suggest it should have been "Today I'll Be Kind," because why wait. When I read this to kids I will likely say TODAY.
August 31, 2020
Ew. I didn't like this. I didn't mind "Tomorrow I'll Be Brave" as much, because inaction really only affected the narrator. But are we to take away that he was too full of ennui to be nice to anyone he encountered today?
June 29, 2024
Pretty, but the lettering puts the key words hidden in the background. And the emphasis on 'tomorrow' implies that the narrator has been a jerk & a loser and is now making a Resolution... and we all know it's very hard to keep resolutions, and that few people do for more than a couple of weeks....
July 25, 2019
What a great message. I love a story that rhymes!!
January 4, 2020
Positive and uplifiting.
January 13, 2020
I loved the message the book conveyed but the lettering page spreads are hard to read at times. Full review to come soon.
January 17, 2020
Rhyming
January 21, 2020
Great message and a beautifully designed book but some of the fancy text was hard to read.
January 26, 2020
It’s pretty, but the words spread across the double pages are sometimes hard to read. Also, I’m all about choosing right now to be the best I can be so the idea of “tomorrow I’ll be…“ wasn’t my jam.
January 27, 2020
Dazzling illustrations and valuable message, but I wish it wasn't written as a bedtime story so it had more universal appeal.
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February 3, 2020Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.
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