Maybe (A Little Zen for Little Ones) (Mom's Choice Awards Silver Medal Winner) [Hardcover]

Sanjay Nambiar (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2011 | Age Range: 5 - 7 years | Series: A Little Zen for Little Ones

Based on an ancient and beloved Zen fable, this story is about a wise girl who experiences a series of events that at first seem lucky (or unlucky) but then turn out to be quite the opposite. A bike disappears, but then she gets a new one. She hurts herself, but then she enjoys a nice day at home. For each incident, was what happened good luck? Maybe. Was it bad luck? Maybe. Or, perhaps the girl simply does not get caught up in the emotion of the moment, because she can never know what that event might lead to, good or bad . . .

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Maybe: A Little Zen for Little Ones" is an excellent read-aloud storybook to share with young people, especially when teaching them about the unpredictable nature of life itself. Highly recommended.

- Midwest Book Review

If kids take away even a smidgeon of this message, parents and caregivers will find them more relaxed and philosophically prepared to deal with events as they take place. --The Giggle Guide

Maybe (A Little Zen for Little Ones) is a neat way to help explain to young children that there will be daily trials and tribulations and yet to try and slow down and enjoy the littlest miracles and wonders in life. --Central MN Mom Blog

I love cute stories to read to my kids. I really love cute stories that have a good learning point. Maybe, A Little Zen For Little Ones, is one of those. My 2 yr old loves this book, and will even bypass her beloved Winnie The Pooh books to ask me to read this one to her. I am going to be giving a copy to a friends daughter for Christmas also. That is how much we fell in love with this adorable story. --What Mama Wants blog

Maybe: A Little Zen for Little Ones by Sanjay Nambiar is a good example of peace education with a message that shows children that sometimes things that might initially appear negative can have a positive outcome. The book teaches readers about values that every child and adult should all follow as an example of having a happier, more satisfied life. Maybe gives readers an idea of what is really important in relatable experiences for small children. I happily add Maybe: A Little Zen for Little Ones to my bookshelf and recommend it to parents and teachers alike. --Michelle Landwehr for Blogcritics.org

"This soulful little book, with it's colorful pictures, teaches kids the valuable message that sometimes not getting what they want is a good thing... a message many adults are still struggling to learn." ---- Dr. Jenn Berman, Best-Selling Author of "SuperBaby: 12 Ways to Give Your Child a Head Start in the First 3 Years", "Rockin' Babies", and "The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy Confident Kids"

"The parents I work with love how this book puts good luck and bad luck into perspective. The story is precious and has a real impact." ---- Dr. Esther Hess, Center for the Developing Mind

From the Back Cover

A Little Zen for Little Ones puts classic and new Zen stories in an accessible context for today's kids (and adults!). These revered tales provide a little perspective on what's truly important, on how personal balance and peace can manifest in everyday life. With children as central characters and narratives that reflect modern culture, A Little Zen for Little Ones helps us examine our values as our world becomes more complex and confusing. After all, if our children can get a little bit of Zen in their lives, perhaps they'll grow up to be adults with a little bit of Zen as well. Wouldn't that be great for all of us?

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Product Details

• Age Range: 5 - 7 years
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Umiya Publishing; First edition (November 1, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0983824304
• ISBN-13: 978-0983824305
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 9.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #460,640 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Sanjay Nambiar grew up in Carson, CA, where he overcame a gang- and drug-riddled environment with the help of a closely-knit family and a focus on education. He graduated with honors from U.C. Berkeley, with degrees in Economics and Neurobiology, and earned an M.B.A. from UCLA. He now is a freelance copywriter in Los Angeles, CA. Sanjay practices meditation on a daily basis and sees extraordinary potential for happiness (and frustration) in the confluence of Western lifestyles and Eastern philosophies. Through his books, Sanjay hopes to inspire readers to consider life in a different perspective, one that incorporates a little bit of Zen as well as a lot of fun. He won a Mom's Choice Awards Silver Medal and a Gelett Burgess Children's Book Awards Gold Medal for his debut book, "Maybe (A Little Zen for Little Ones)".

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars good message May 30, 2012

By Bonnie Neely

Format:Hardcover

This delightful little book gives children a wonderful lesson that will help them through life: that what appears to be a bad occurrance can often be for their good, and vice versa. The book is charmingly illustrated and will appeal to pre-schoolers with the bright pictures and simple text. I highly recommend it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A great feel good read February 3, 2012

By L. Woolley

Format:Hardcover

This book is really warm and wonderful. Its message is universal and so important to children. It even spoke to my husband. After a particularly rough morning, he told me that he thought about this book and it helped him put things in perspective. Now that's the power of Zen.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for little ones! November 16, 2011

By booklover73

Format:Hardcover

"Maybe" is about a little girl who doesn't let life's ups and downs throw her off. Instead of perceiving events as "good" or "bad" she merely takes each as they come... what wonderful seeds to plant in our children's minds, that life is beautiful with everything it has to offer. I've recommended it to several friends with little ones and they love it.