I feel like word choice for talking to your little ones is one of the most important things...and most influential things we do every day.
But, instead of telling them what NOT to do, I like to tell them what TO do. Its hard at first; I say a lot of things like: don't kick your brother, don't dump your water on the floor, don't do every other crazy thing you do...but its so much better to say things like: do use your legs to run around with your brother, do drink your water its a better choice, and do the crazy things that I can live with...
Just a thought.
Mama, Do You Love Me?
My favorite of all times
Flotsam
I discovered this treat before its Caldecott - no words - just a treat for the eyes and imagination!
Goodnight Opus
A hysterical departure from the original Goodnight Moon text
Gossie
This little goose never takes off her red boots! The other Dunrea board books are cute too!
Dear Fish
The Gardener
The sweetest girl brings joy to her uncle in ny during the depression - charming!
The Scrambled States of America
The states take on personalities and try switching places - a perfect introductions to the states!
Toot & Puddle
Scaredy Squirrel
Miss Rumphius
Horton Hatches the Egg
The Brave Cowboy
I will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato
No Fighting, No Biting
Zuzu's Wishing Cake
1 comment:
i totally agree-i feel like i'm constantly saying, 'don't' to lucy. i've been trying to use 'do' instead, but it's hard! i just keep practicing! thanks for the reminder.
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