Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families (Jump at the Sun Book) [Paperback]

Anita Alexander (Author), Susan Payne (Author), Nancy Doniger (Illustrator)

Book Description

Grade Level: P and up

This rich collection of daily affirmations for African-American children helps youngsters face the challenges and joys of growing up in today's world.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6-The authors present affirmations for each day of the year grouped into 12 topics. Monthly themes such as "My Family," "School," and "Feelings" are prefaced with short statements and definitions, some mentioning famous people, e.g., Marian Wright Edelman and "Responsibility," or Carter G. Woodson under "Heritage." Although the subtitle notes that these affirmations are for African Americans, most are general rather than specific and will inspire children or families from any background ("I am a work of art-designed and created by God" and "Rules are to keep me safe. That's why I obey rules."). Yet, in keeping with the theme of racial and cultural pride, Black History Month and Kwanzaa are mentioned. No specific references to national holidays are made. Doniger's monochromatic prints illustrate these affirmations with a variety of simple borders and prints of children and adults engaged in various activities. The indexing is uneven; not all individuals mentioned in the text are included. A book that may need some introduction.
Marie Wright, University Library, Indianapolis, IN
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 236 pages
• Publisher: Hyperion Paperbacks for Children; Jump at the Sun edition (October 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786813067
• ISBN-13: 978-0786813063
• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #939,849 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Book for Children, July 8, 1999

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This review is from: Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families (Jump at the Sun Book) (Paperback)

What a wonderful book to share with your own children, and those of everyone you know. It is easy and fun to read, with cute illustrations. I consider "Gingersnaps" to be one stepping stone in the process of raising our kids to grow up to be confident, positive and loving adults. Ladies, thank you. I'm looking forward to your next book!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book- why can't I find it anywhere?, January 21, 2009

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Trina D. James "Trina Clark James" (Saint Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families (Jump at the Sun Book) (Paperback)

This book has become a part of my daily routine with my adolescent daughter. It is so simple, yet so profound, in the messages that it relays. I am grateful to have found this book to help in teaching my beautiful African-American daughter to believe in and love herself.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great!!!, February 23, 1999

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This review is from: Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families (Jump at the Sun Book) (Paperback)

I bought the book for my daughters, and just last weekend, my nine year old daughter said: "Mommy, that book makes me feel good" She takes the book with her and I'm planning to buy another copy for my seven year old since she is still learning to read, and my oldest has claimed the book for her personal own. Thank you ladies for this book.If I could, I would get it for all these young children because they need to feel good about themselves.