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Making a Difference

by Cheri J. Meiners

Book Details

Publisher:Mango
Published:2018
Pages:48
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

With Bestselling author of 1.8 books worldwideAuthor Cheri Meiners is ranked #26 on Neilson Bookscan in children's emotional management books. Now, she writes a book in instilling values, ages 4 to 7.

Our Review

This engaging picture book offers young children a thoughtful introduction to civic responsibility and community awareness, teaching them that even small actions can create meaningful change. Through relatable scenarios and clear language, the story demonstrates how everyday kindness and consideration can positively impact others, making abstract concepts like social responsibility accessible to preschool and early elementary readers. The narrative gently guides children through practical examples of empathy in action, showing how their choices affect their classroom, neighborhood, and family environments.

What makes this book particularly effective is its ability to connect personal behavior with broader community values without feeling preachy or overwhelming. The author's expertise in emotional development shines through in how naturally the lessons about cooperation, respect, and citizenship unfold within the story's framework. Parents and educators seeking to nurture social awareness in young children will find this an invaluable resource for starting conversations about making positive contributions to the world around them.

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