Reviews - October 2005

The I Am a Lovable ME! Book Series
Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Allshouse

Telling children they are loved, lovable and special — and reinforcing this message every day from the time they are born (or even before they are born) — instills a core of confidence which will stay with them as they grow. To help even the youngest child develop and practice the core building blocks of constructive internal dialogue, Sharon Penchina, C.Ht. and Dr. Stuart Hoffman introduce the I AM a Lovable ME! Series. The first book, I AM a Lovable ME! Affirmations for Children, promotes self-talk from page-to-page with almost 100 affirmations throughout. The easy-to-read verses, brimming with vibrant imagery, will help children discover the goodness inside themselves so they can realize their fullest potential.

Part two of the I Am a Lovable Me!” Self-EMPOWERMENT series for children and adults encourages learning the proper method of deep breathing. The easy-to-read verses bring awareness that controlling your breath can help to manage emotions and give you more energy too. I Take a DEEEP Breath teaches breathing awareness to toddlers through elementary school age children. Hats off to the authors for bringing a critical health solution to families early!

The Right Touch by Sandy Kleven
Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Allshouse

The Right Touch reaches far beyond the usual scope of a children’s picture book. It is a parenting book that introduces a very difficult topic—the sexual abuse of young children. This gentle, thoughtful story is meant to be read-aloud by a trusted caregiver. This storybook helps children to recognize and avoid inappropriate touching. By validating the child’s innate warning system, The Right Touch provides a powerful tool for preventing sexual abuse.

All I See is Part of Me by Chara M. Curtis
Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Allshouse

In this international classic, a child discovers his oneness with the Universe. Inspired by Sister Star, he feels the light within his heart and then finds the same light in all others. In a journey that carries the reader far beyond the printed page, a child discovers his common link with all of life. All I See Is Part Of Me is warm and inspiring-a delight for children of all ages-a book whose message is never forgotten!

Crystal Child CD by Llewellyn and Juliana
Reviewed by Antonia Behan

Crystal Child is the latest CD by the popular million-CD-selling husband and wife team of Llewellyn and Juliana. It's calming music is perfect for helping you tune out from the chaos of life and tune in to your soul. It is suited to sensitive children to support relaxation and for adults as a tool for opening the heart and connecting with your soul and wisdom you too have to share with the world. Through the calming and gentle music you are given permission to relax into your true being.