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You Can Live on the Bright Side: The Kids' Guide to Optimism
Change and growth can be challenging, but this practical guide to optimism is full of information and advice to help—highlighting kids around the world who are doing good for themselves and others.
From the author of You Can Change the World comes a book of tips and tricks for kids to help them see the glass half full and live life with a positive outlook. Addressing topics such as mindfulness, meditation, gratitude, goals, and more, Lucy Bell delivers another richly illustrated book full of practical ways Throughout the book, you’ll also find stories of children across the globe who are embracing optimism during times of uncertainty, and you’ll learn how to do the same! Along with tips, tricks, and stories, the book contains STEM activities, recipes, ways to do good in your community, and more.
From the author of You Can Change the World comes a book of tips and tricks for kids to help them see the glass half full and live life with a positive outlook. Addressing topics such as mindfulness, meditation, gratitude, goals, and more, Lucy Bell delivers another richly illustrated book full of practical ways Throughout the book, you’ll also find stories of children across the globe who are embracing optimism during times of uncertainty, and you’ll learn how to do the same! Along with tips, tricks, and stories, the book contains STEM activities, recipes, ways to do good in your community, and more.
- GenresChildrensNonfiction
256 pages, Hardcover
Published October 25, 2022
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June 11, 2022
I definitely want this book for my students, my nephews and nieces. We adults think children and the young do not need to worry much about anything. This is so wrong! Everyone gets confused, worried and anxious from time to time. They are no different. So here's a little huglike trustworthy tips for them.
The whole book is such a delightful read. We don't need to read page to page everytime together but we would be doing a great favor by gifting this book to the ones who would definitely get the most much needed understanding, something which they would be able to get access to whenever they need some good practical advice about mindfulness, our body, some easy tips on meditation.
The book has parts about journaling which I feel would help a lot and it does make the book more fun and enjoyable.
Just gift this book! They would definitely appreciate it.
Thank you, Andrews McMeel, for the advance review copy.
The whole book is such a delightful read. We don't need to read page to page everytime together but we would be doing a great favor by gifting this book to the ones who would definitely get the most much needed understanding, something which they would be able to get access to whenever they need some good practical advice about mindfulness, our body, some easy tips on meditation.
The book has parts about journaling which I feel would help a lot and it does make the book more fun and enjoyable.
Just gift this book! They would definitely appreciate it.
Thank you, Andrews McMeel, for the advance review copy.
June 23, 2022
This book is written to teach children about optimism and setting them up for success in creating a positive frame of mind. The book is divided into 8 sections, each around 25-40 pages in length, totalling about 256 pages (including introduction, resources, authors note etc). The sections include things like mind, body, creativity and within each section there are smaller subsections. For example, in the first section, Mind, there are eight sub sections such as mindfulness, meditation, growth mindset and gratitude. The pages are colourful, contain lots of illustrations and do not have an excessive amount of text on the page. There are several "tip" and "did you know" boxes that also help space out the text. You will also find a variety of step by step instructions and drawings to help complete any of the activities that are included. The book is written for children but could definitely be shared with an adult and part of a program or something to work through together. I would recommend this book to parents and even teachers of children in the age 6-12 range who struggle with negative thought patterns, anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. I think that the positive wording and framework of the book will help children who struggle see the value in trying these new strategies and being able to find more joy in the world around them. Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the chance to read this book, I would definitely recommend it!
December 12, 2022
Schools should definitely use this!
I really like this book. I like the activities, illustrations and really appreciate the overall message. I can definitely see this being used in a school or educational setting. It would make an amazing book for the classroom and for students to experience with their peers.
It could also make a good gift for the "right" child. I say this because the execution does make this feel more like a textbook or homework, instead of leisure, and may not appeal to all children outside the classroom.
*Free e-copy received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I really like this book. I like the activities, illustrations and really appreciate the overall message. I can definitely see this being used in a school or educational setting. It would make an amazing book for the classroom and for students to experience with their peers.
It could also make a good gift for the "right" child. I say this because the execution does make this feel more like a textbook or homework, instead of leisure, and may not appeal to all children outside the classroom.
*Free e-copy received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
October 3, 2022
Thank you netgalley for this ARC.
You can live on the brightside is a great classroom and home library tool. I think mindfulness is a great way to clear your mind and focus on the now.
I automobile thought how useful thus would be around exam time, when children are overstressed and need to breathe.
Highly recommend asking your adult friends their little super powers. I enjoyed finding avocado in a baby's arm fold
You can live on the brightside is a great classroom and home library tool. I think mindfulness is a great way to clear your mind and focus on the now.
I automobile thought how useful thus would be around exam time, when children are overstressed and need to breathe.
Highly recommend asking your adult friends their little super powers. I enjoyed finding avocado in a baby's arm fold
February 7, 2023
While I skimmed the second half of this book, I think “You Can Live on the Bright Side” would be a great resource for kids/pre-teens/early teens. It’s got a ton of great ideas for easy things kids can do to boost their happiness.
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