Happy to Be Me!: A Kid Book about Self-Esteem (Elf-Help Books for Kids) [Paperback]

Christine Adams (Author), Robert J. Butch (Author), R. W. Alley (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up | Series: Elf-Help Books for Kids

Elf-help Books for Kids - Addressing the needs of children and the adults who care for them. By Christine Adams and Robert J. Butch; Illustrated by R.W. Alley Helping children develop good self-esteem means helping them simply be themselves. It means letting them know how loved and cherished they are-just because of who they are. The elfin friends in this colorful book lead the young reader through a process of self-discovery: exploring uniqueness, building a healthy-self-image, and preparing for challenging situations. Every child in the world is special, gifted, and wonderful. And each one deserves to feel "happy to be me"! This honest and upbeat book will bring real help and understanding. Softcover; 32 pages. 8" x 8".

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Paperback
• Publisher: Abbey Press (September 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0870293559
• ISBN-13: 978-0870293559
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 8.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #122,263 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mom of three girls, March 13, 2006

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Karen "Mom of 3" (NY,USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Happy to Be Me!: A Kid Book about Self-Esteem (Elf-Help Books for Kids) (Paperback)

I like the way this book is written. It explains things so clearly to children - Starting with "What is Self-esteem", "Be your own best self", "Your own best friend", "A friend to others", etc. It is written from a Godly point of view but not "preachy". It is a good one to read to your kids and discuss. The whole "Elf-help" book series is really good and so worth getting. My copy is paper-back and about 32 pages (full page pictures every other page - they are cute). It really is a good book.

Added 10/2011 I still love this book! Here are each page title (again, with full page picture opposite)
1 What Is Self-esteem?
2 Who Are You?
3 Everyone Is Different - and Special!
4 You Are a Gift to the World (The world needs all kinds of people with all kinds of gifts...)
5 Be Your Own Best Self
6 Be Your Own Best Friend
7 Be a Friend to Others
8 When Things Change (If you have a big change in your life...)
9 Loving Your Family
10 Making Mistakes
11 Having a Bad Day
12 Be True to You
13 Stick up for Yourself
14 You've Come a Long Way

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what was needed, June 24, 2011

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DZ "S.A.H.M." (Florida) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Happy to Be Me!: A Kid Book about Self-Esteem (Elf-Help Books for Kids) (Paperback)

I bought this for my nephew who's 7 and is dealing with issues of self-esteem/ confidence. The book presents it's points and advice in a way that is easily assimilated. I'm extremely happy with the purchase as it fit my needs and was shipped in a timely manner.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great topical book, August 30, 2011

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Linda Coltrin (Tucson, AZ United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Happy to Be Me!: A Kid Book about Self-Esteem (Elf-Help Books for Kids) (Paperback)

All these books published by Elf are helpful to raising kids who are more secure, hopeful, and empowered. Any kid with there parents to would benifit by having this book and talking about it together. Good getting to know you kid for parents.