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ABCs of Kindness (Books of Kindness)

by Patricia Hegarty

Book Details

Publisher:Rodale Kids
Published:2023-09-12
Pages:12
Format:board book
Language:English
ISBN:0593123077

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Learning the importance of kindness is as easy as A-B-C with this sweet board book that fosters social emotional development. A is for all of us be everyone's friend. B is for believing things will turn out well in the end. C is for being caring in everything you do. D is for dear ones who mean the world to you. Learn your ABCs while learning to be kind to everyone you meet with this irresistibly illustrated board book that's perfect for Valentine's Day and all year round! Learn to love and love

Our Review

This charming alphabet book pairs early literacy skills with meaningful social-emotional learning, introducing young children to the vocabulary of compassion through simple, concrete examples. Each letter corresponds to a specific act of kindness, from "A is for all of us be everyone's friend" to "C is for being caring in everything you do," making abstract concepts wonderfully accessible. The rhythmic, rhyming text creates a soothing read-aloud experience that reinforces both letter recognition and prosocial behaviors. It effectively builds a foundation for empathy while solidifying ABCs, merging character education with fundamental preschool readiness.

What distinguishes this title is how seamlessly it integrates its dual purpose, never feeling didactic as it celebrates everyday gentleness and connection. The illustrations likely provide warm, engaging visuals that help children visualize these positive interactions and emotional concepts. This board book is particularly valuable for parents seeking to nurture their child's emotional intelligence alongside academic foundations, opening conversations about feelings and community. It leaves little listeners with both the building blocks of reading and the equally important tools for building a kinder world.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction