Children's Books That Teach Important Life Lessons
I have noticed in my many years as an Educator and parent, how deeply children are touched by the books they read. This is why I like to read books that teach important life lessons. During the many years that I have been reading books to children, these have stood out as some of the very best.
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This book was created to inspire children everywhere to use their own power to help themselves and others achieve their dreams. This book inspires the reader to explore these possibilities every day.
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Some Helpful Tips for a Better World and a Happier Life
by Rebecca Doughty (Ages 3 and up) A sweet little book with several wonderful tips to make this a better world and a happier place
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Only One You
by Linda Kranz (Ages 3 and up) There’s only one you in this great big world. Make it a better place. A mother and father share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son. Their words, simple and powerful, are meant to comfort and guide him as he goes about exploring the world.
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Beautiful Oops
by Barney Salzburg (Ages 3 and up) A life lesson that all parents want their children to learn: It’s OK to make a mistake. In fact, hooray for mistakes! A mistake is an adventure in creativity, a portal of discovery.
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The Most Magnificent Thing
by Ashley Spires (Age 3 and up) This funny book offers a perfect example of the rewards of perseverance and creativity. A girl decides to make something magnificent. From her effort, children see the importance of planning, gathering supplies, building, and not giving up when a good idea doesn’t initially work out.
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An Awesome Book of Thanks
by Dallas Clayton (Ages 4 and up) This little book conveys all the ways one can be thankful, and all the different things in life to be thankful for. While geared toward young children and the parents of young children it is also a book for the masses and spans age groups, gender, geographical, racial, and religious boundaries.
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This book gently guides children to understand how their actions express who they are. It really helps adults discuss concepts with children that aren’t easily explained. Helping children improve behaviour and grow into wonderful people seems to be the goal of this lovely book.
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Originally published in 1971, this classic story aims to show the devastating consequences of human greed, and what can happen to the environment when humans misuse and take advantage of nature and natural resources. A warning that rings true today amidst the dangers of clear-cutting, pollution, and a general disregard for the earth’s environment.
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I hope that you and your children enjoy this wonderful collection of books that teach important life lessons. May we all be inspired by these powerful life lessons!
Adapted from the blog, Rhymes of Play by Nell Regan
Adapted from the blog, Rhymes of Play by Nell Regan