Incredible You! 10 Ways to let your greatness shine through [Hardcover]

Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Dr. (Author), Kristina Tracy (Author), Melanie Siegel (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2005 | Age Range: 4 - 9 years | Lexile Measure: 520L (What's this?)

Dr Wayne W. Dyer has taken then 10 concepts from his book for adults "10 Secrets for Success & Inner Peace" and interpreted them for children, creating "Incredible You"! Wayne believes that it's never too early for children to know that they're unique and powerful beings, and they have everything they need within themselves to create happy, successful lives. With this book, parents can introduce these important ideas to their children. The ten concepts are numbered, titled and set in rhyming verse, and vibrant illustrations bring each point to life. At the end, there are questions that kids can answer to connect these ideas to their own lives, and make them realize how incredible they truly are.

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Sample text: "Pretend you are what you want to be, make a picture in your mind so you will see that what you want can come true... if you believe it in your heart, it will come to you."

About the Author

WAYNE DYER Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, affectionately called the "father of motivation" by his fans, is one of the most widely known and respected people in the field of self-empowerment. He became a well-known author with his bestselling book, Your Erroneous Zones, and has gone on to write many other self-help classics. Despite his childhood spent in orphanages and foster homes, Dr. Dyer, who has a doctorate in counseling psychotherapy, has overcome many obstacles to make his dreams come true. Today he spends much of his time showing others how to do the same. When he's not traveling the globe delivering his uplifting message, Wayne is writing from his home in Maui, Hawaii. DEEPAK CHOPRA Deepak Chopra has written more than twenty-five books, which have been translated into thirty-five languages. He is also the author of more than one hundred audio- and videotape series, including five critically acclaimed programs on public television. In 1999 Time magazine selected Dr. Chopra as one of the Top 100 Icons and Heroes of the Century, describing him as "the poet-prophet of alternative medicine." Dr. Chopra currently serves as CEO and founder of The Chopra Center for Well Being in La Jolla, California.

Product Details

• Age Range: 4 - 9 years
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Hay House (November 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401907822
• ISBN-13: 978-1401907822
• Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 10.6 x 9.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,878 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #41 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Self-Esteem & Self-Respect
  • #70 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Emotions & Feelings

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106 of 106 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Children's Book! December 29, 2005

By Janet Boyer HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Hardcover

"It is my desire to have these tiny precious souls-so many of whom have brought so much joy into my life as they listened to my stories-close this book and feel so good about themselves that they feel in their hearts that nothing is impossible for them. It would be even more thrilling for me if this becomes the book they choose each night...so that a special person-like you-can read it to them over and over again." - From the introduction

Renowned author Wayne Dyer has distilled his 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace into a children's book titled Incredible You! 10 Ways to Let Your Greatness Shine Through. Co-written with Kristina Tracy and illustrated by Melanie Siegel, this colorful uplifting book affirms and encourages children to imagine, explore, and expect beauty in all its forms.

The 10 Ways to Let Your Greatness Shine Through are:

1. Share the Good

2. Find What You Love

3. You are Filled with Love

4. Find a Quiet Place Inside

5. Make Today Great!

6. Change Your Thoughts to Good

7. Take Care of Yourself

8. Picture What You Want

9. Everyone Is Special, Especially You

10. Good Thoughts Give You Energy

This wonderful book isn't saccharine "just think happy thoughts". Dyer addresses challenges such as ridicule. Under #7 Take Care of Yourself it says:

"If something or someone makes you feel bad,

don't let it ruin your day by making you sad.

Let go of the hurt and take care of you.

You can't control what others say or do."

The first picture shows two girls whispering and laughing at a third girl, while the second picture shows the girl happily playing in her room as the other two look through the window. She has chosen to play with her toys and enjoy herself-by herself.

Incredible You! contains sage advice for both children and adults. At the end of the book are ten questions designed to encourage children to ponder the ideas presented therein. For example, one question is "It's important to make time for the things you love. Do you have a passion? Something you love to do more than anything else?"

My son answers "play with trains!" to this one. He really enjoyed it when I read the story to him and asked him the questions in the back. In fact, I had this book among a pile of others that I was going to review. He purposefully walked over the stack one day and removed this book so he could look at it on his own! I've reviewed quite a few children's books and he's never done this before. So my 7 year old gives Incredible You! an enthusiastic thumbs up, as does his Mom!

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL!!! MUST HAVE!! January 23, 2006

By J. Newell

Format:Hardcover

This beautiful book is near and dear to my heart. It is filled with positive words and ideas that will help our children feel good about themselves. In a world that is always trying to be politically correct, I find it refreshing that this book addresses the idea of "God" or a higher being - it helps to know that you are not alone! I love it, my children love it - it is a must have for anyone with children!!

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Way to Help Children Grow Up Realizing Their Greatness June 15, 2006

By Katie

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

I recently purchased Wayne Dyer's "Whole Kit & Kaboddle" from my local public television station - a set that included several great books, CD's & a DVD - all around the subject of inspiration. Included in this set was Mr. Dyer's latest children's book, "Incredible You!".

Since I've read nearly all of this author's previous works, I was excited to see what his first childrens book would be like. And, I have to say that I absolutely love it!

"Incredible You!" is a great book for parents & children to go through together (so the parents have a chance to elaborate on each of the 10 lessons, helping their children to see the many ways that each may show up in their lives). Each lesson is discussed in a short, rhyming manner, and has awesome illustrations to boot!

Some of the lessons include:

"You Are Filled With Love"

"Find A Quiet Place Inside"

"Make Today Great"

"Change Your Thoughts to Good"

"Take Care of Yourself"

At the end of the book are several great questions that parents can use as a starting-point for discussing each lesson further.

This book would make a great gift! In fact, I plan to give it to all of the children in my life for their birthdays this year.