Believe in Yourself: A-Z Affirmations for Kids
What’s inside...
Welcome to a world of positivity and self discovery! In this enchanting book, parents and children will embark on a journey of self affirmation. Each page is filled with whimsical illustrations, empowering affirmations and interactive activities that encourage little ones to embrace their uniqueness, believe in themselves and spread kindness all around.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-18
Length
59 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the affirmation starting with the letter 'B' make you feel?
Which affirmation would you like to remember when you feel unsure or scared?
Can you think of a time when one of these affirmations could have helped you?
Which letter's affirmation do you want to try to use tomorrow, and why?
How can we help each other remember our favorite affirmations from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Make it personal: Share your own experience with affirmations or positive self-talk, and ask your child about theirs.
Repetition is key: Revisit favorite affirmations from the book, and encourage repeating them together at different times of the day.
Create an affirmation wall: Together with your child, write down favorite affirmations on sticky notes and place them on a wall at home where they can be seen often.
Role-play scenarios: Create hypothetical situations where your child can practice using different affirmations from the book.
Praise efforts: Acknowledge and validate your child's feelings when they express any related to the affirmations, reinforcing their importance.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: The book uses affirmations for each letter of the alphabet to instill a positive self-image and self-belief in children.
Real-World Application: Kids can use these affirmations daily to boost their confidence before school presentations or social interactions.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: Each affirmation encourages children to keep trying, regardless of setbacks, emphasizing perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to not give up on their tasks, be it homework, sports, or learning a new skill, even when they find it challenging.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: By promoting understanding and kindness towards others through specific affirmations, the book fosters empathy.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by recognizing emotions in others and offering friendship and support in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The book highlights the importance of bouncing back from failure and maintaining a positive outlook.
Real-World Application: Children can remember these affirmations when they face setbacks, helping them to recover quickly and maintain a positive attitude.
Example Lesson: Appreciation
Explanation: Affirmations focusing on gratitude teach children to appreciate themselves, their abilities, and the people around them.
Real-World Application: This can manifest in daily practices of expressing gratitude towards family members, teachers, or friends, nurturing positive relationships.