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The Body Book

by Roz MacLean

Book Details

Publisher:Promontory Press Incorporated
Published:2017-09-21
Pages:24
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1987857607

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Look at your body, And learn to say, Every body is different, And that's okay. Big or small, Short or tall, The Body Book Is fun for all! The Body Book helps kids learn to love their bodies while recognizing and celebrating how every body is different!

Our Review

This engaging picture book offers young children a gentle introduction to body positivity and self-acceptance through simple, affirming text and inclusive illustrations. The story guides little ones through recognizing different body types and features while reinforcing the message that all bodies are good bodies. With its rhythmic, easy-to-remember phrases, this body book creates a comforting space for early conversations about diversity and self-image. The approach makes complex concepts about physical differences accessible to preschool minds.

What sets this apart from other children's books about bodies is its focus on emotional connection rather than just physical facts, helping children develop body confidence from their earliest years. The illustrations thoughtfully represent various body types, abilities, and characteristics in ways that feel natural and celebratory. Parents seeking tools to build their child's self-esteem will find this particularly valuable for starting meaningful dialogues about acceptance. The lasting impact is a foundational understanding that difference isn't just normalβ€”it's what makes us special.

Themes

Human body

Subjects

Human body