Book details
Your Mind Is Like The Sky
Description
Your mind is like the sky. Sometimes its clear and bluebut sometimes a raincloud thought comes along and makes everything seem dark. So, what can we do about rainclouds? This beautiful picture book, written by psychologist Bronwen Ballard and illustrated by award-winning artist Laura Carlin, shows children that worries and negative thoughts are normal and helps them develop healthy thinking habits. A story told in pictures is captioned with helpful, poetic ways of thinking happily, in a style that is both instantly accessible and backed by real expertise. Laura Carlin's deceptively simple illustrations put abstract concepts into colorful, calming visual terms, showing how we can choose to think about how we think. Tips on mindfulness and extra resources for parents are included at the back of the book. This is the perfect book to read aloud with children or grandchildren, encouraging talking about feelings and taking action to live happily.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
beginner
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Promotes Mindfulness: 'Your Mind Is Like The Sky' is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces the concept of mindfulness to children, helping them understand and manage their thoughts and emotions.
- Educational Tool: The book serves as an excellent resource for parents, teachers, and caregivers to teach kids about mental health and emotional intelligence in an accessible and engaging way.
- Coping Strategies: Through its narrative, the book offers practical coping strategies for dealing with negative thoughts and feelings, equipping young readers with tools they can use in their everyday lives.
- Positive Mental Imagery: The metaphor of the mind as a sky with various kinds of weather helps children visualize their internal experiences, fostering a positive and healthy mindset from a young age.