Review of Will You Talk to Me?
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Review of Will You Talk to Me?
“Will You Talk to Me?” by Margie Carstens tells the story of a young girl on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Through her interactions with a hummingbird, she learns that big things can come in small packages. The story imparts an important lesson: every person is uniquely and beautifully made, and one can have confidence in oneself despite life's challenges and struggles with self-perception. This story conveys a valuable moral lesson in a way that many children will enjoy.
I shared this book with my 2-year-old daughter, and she loved it! She was captivated by the artwork and enthusiastically exclaimed, “Wow!” upon seeing the various animals and beautiful illustrations. She particularly enjoyed the small details, such as the starfish hairpin and seashell necklace worn by the main character. These details help keep young children engaged as you read the book to them. Even though she is only 2 and a half, she understands concepts like love, beauty, and the importance of recognizing that beauty in ourselves, making her a suitable audience for the book. After finishing the book, I asked my daughter if she would like me to read it again, and she eagerly shouted, “Yeah!”
I don't have anything negative to say about this book. There were a few instances of larger words, such as “intimidating” and “mesmerizing,” which are slightly more advanced than those found in other children's books I commonly read. However, I don’t think this detracted from the overall flow or message of the book. My daughter can pronounce multisyllabic words, and as a child who knew the entire alphabet by the time she turned 2, I think it's fine to include a few larger words to help expand her vocabulary. I also found the font size and color of the text easy to read. Adding a faded white background to the text on each page, as done on pages 5 and 8, might enhance readability, but this is more of a subjective suggestion.
Overall, I thought “Will You Talk to Me?” carried a wonderful message. Even at just 2 years old, my daughter has already experienced bullying, so I believe the book’s message is very important to her and to children worldwide. The emphasis on loving oneself, embracing our unique traits, and offering unconditional love to others is a timeless and significant message, even for adults. The book's vibrant colors and displays of biodiversity were captivating and kept my daughter engaged. Additionally, the book was well-edited and free of typographical or grammatical errors. For these reasons, I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
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This is a very thoughtful review that does a good job of explaining the content and purpose of the book. I appreciate that the book includes confidence-building, especially because the internet exposes children to negativity younger and younger. Books like these are great for helping parents instill a strong sense of self in their children to prepare them for the harsh realities of the world.Adrian Bouknight wrote: ↑25 Aug 2024, 10:28 [Following is a volunteer review of "Will You Talk to Me?" by Margie Carstens.]
“Will You Talk to Me?” by Margie Carstens tells the story of a young girl on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Through her interactions with a hummingbird, she learns that big things can come in small packages. The story imparts an important lesson: every person is uniquely and beautifully made, and one can have confidence in oneself despite life's challenges and struggles with self-perception. This story conveys a valuable moral lesson in a way that many children will enjoy.
I shared this book with my 2-year-old daughter, and she loved it! She was captivated by the artwork and enthusiastically exclaimed, “Wow!” upon seeing the various animals and beautiful illustrations. She particularly enjoyed the small details, such as the starfish hairpin and seashell necklace worn by the main character. These details help keep young children engaged as you read the book to them. Even though she is only 2 and a half, she understands concepts like love, beauty, and the importance of recognizing that beauty in ourselves, making her a suitable audience for the book. After finishing the book, I asked my daughter if she would like me to read it again, and she eagerly shouted, “Yeah!”
I don't have anything negative to say about this book. There were a few instances of larger words, such as “intimidating” and “mesmerizing,” which are slightly more advanced than those found in other children's books I commonly read. However, I don’t think this detracted from the overall flow or message of the book. My daughter can pronounce multisyllabic words, and as a child who knew the entire alphabet by the time she turned 2, I think it's fine to include a few larger words to help expand her vocabulary. I also found the font size and color of the text easy to read. Adding a faded white background to the text on each page, as done on pages 5 and 8, might enhance readability, but this is more of a subjective suggestion.
Overall, I thought “Will You Talk to Me?” carried a wonderful message. Even at just 2 years old, my daughter has already experienced bullying, so I believe the book’s message is very important to her and to children worldwide. The emphasis on loving oneself, embracing our unique traits, and offering unconditional love to others is a timeless and significant message, even for adults. The book's vibrant colors and displays of biodiversity were captivating and kept my daughter engaged. Additionally, the book was well-edited and free of typographical or grammatical errors. For these reasons, I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
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Your daughter is the reviewer, and you are her assistant when it comes to appreciating children's books. Well done! The message of self-acceptance and knowing that we all have value in this world is so important to be ingrained into children's minds. We sometimes as parents and grandparents need to be reminded of this important message as well. I thank your 2-year-old daughter for letting us know about the quality of this book. Adrian, thank you for writing this enlightening review. I will add this book to my bookshelves for my grandchildren.Adrian Bouknight wrote: ↑25 Aug 2024, 10:28 [Following is a volunteer review of "Will You Talk to Me?" by Margie Carstens.]
“Will You Talk to Me?” by Margie Carstens tells the story of a young girl on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Through her interactions with a hummingbird, she learns that big things can come in small packages. The story imparts an important lesson: every person is uniquely and beautifully made, and one can have confidence in oneself despite life's challenges and struggles with self-perception. This story conveys a valuable moral lesson in a way that many children will enjoy.
I shared this book with my 2-year-old daughter, and she loved it! She was captivated by the artwork and enthusiastically exclaimed, “Wow!” upon seeing the various animals and beautiful illustrations. She particularly enjoyed the small details, such as the starfish hairpin and seashell necklace worn by the main character. These details help keep young children engaged as you read the book to them. Even though she is only 2 and a half, she understands concepts like love, beauty, and the importance of recognizing that beauty in ourselves, making her a suitable audience for the book. After finishing the book, I asked my daughter if she would like me to read it again, and she eagerly shouted, “Yeah!”
I don't have anything negative to say about this book. There were a few instances of larger words, such as “intimidating” and “mesmerizing,” which are slightly more advanced than those found in other children's books I commonly read. However, I don’t think this detracted from the overall flow or message of the book. My daughter can pronounce multisyllabic words, and as a child who knew the entire alphabet by the time she turned 2, I think it's fine to include a few larger words to help expand her vocabulary. I also found the font size and color of the text easy to read. Adding a faded white background to the text on each page, as done on pages 5 and 8, might enhance readability, but this is more of a subjective suggestion.
Overall, I thought “Will You Talk to Me?” carried a wonderful message. Even at just 2 years old, my daughter has already experienced bullying, so I believe the book’s message is very important to her and to children worldwide. The emphasis on loving oneself, embracing our unique traits, and offering unconditional love to others is a timeless and significant message, even for adults. The book's vibrant colors and displays of biodiversity were captivating and kept my daughter engaged. Additionally, the book was well-edited and free of typographical or grammatical errors. For these reasons, I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
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