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by Ann Albers (Author)
Annie the Wannabe Easter Owl is a heartwarming story about Annie, a young owl who feels perfectly fine about herself until Easter approaches. She starts to dream of being pink like the bunny or fluffy like the chick. She could wear wooly feathers and be like a lamb, or maybe even go green easter grass glam! She could even develop a brand-new habit and make use of her time by helping the rabbit!
Annie gets so excited that she can't decide who or what she should be. She wants to be loved as much as her Easter friends, so she turns to Wise Owl for help. After humorously showing her how confusing it can be to try to be everyone else, Wise Owl lovingly helps Annie see that,
The very best thing you could ever be...
and the very best thing you could ever do...
Is Be Who You Are!
Sweet Wonderful You!
Annie realizes that she loves being an owl after all and encourages young readers to love and accept themselves. Included is a surprise visit from one of Annie's friends and a little Optional Wise Owl "Fun-Work" at the end that encourages kids to think about why they are happy to be themselves.
Teach your children the power of Self-Acceptance & Self-Love
In a world that often emphasizes conformity, it's important for children to learn to embrace their individuality. By watching Annie's journey of self-discovery, your child will learn that the most important thing they can be is themselves.
Research and common sense demonstrate that children who love and accept themselves are more likely to have healthy relationships, exhibit positive coping skills, and have greater life satisfaction.
An awesome social-emotional learning (SEL) book for self-esteem & self-acceptance
The delightful rhyming tale with beautiful (and often humorous) illustrations will take your child on a journey of self-awareness and help them appreciate their uniqueness. Your child can empathize with Annie's confusion and urgency as she tries to figure out who she should be. They'll feel the relief, peace, and happiness that come when she learns to love herself. The book is a celebration of diversity as well as the power of positive relationships and responsible decision-making.
A Wise and Adorable Role Model Who Teaches by Example
Annie provides children with positive examples of how to handle difficult situations, like feeling left out or wishing to be someone else. Annie will teach your child, by example, to embrace diversity, love being themselves, and manage strong emotions in a positive way.
Optional Wise Owl Exercise to Promote Self Love
An optional exercise is included in the book for children to list all they love about being themselves, fostering self-confidence and self-esteem.
Intended for children aged 3-6 years old, the positive message and adorable illustrations delight the inner child in those of all ages!
