The Children’s Book Review
Published: November 21, 2012
Bug Makes a Splash! from the warm and fuzzy people at Kimochis®.
Perfect for a holiday gift and for any parent, teacher or caregiver trying their best to raise emotionally intelligent children!
Reading level: Ages 3-6
Hardcover: 32 pages
Overview
Bug Makes a Splash!
In Bug Makes a Splash, Bug is afraid to try new things. When his friends invite him for a swim, he would much rather stay at home and read a good book. When Lovey Dove reminds Bug that it’s okay to be afraid, Bug finds the courage to overcome his scared feelings and dives right into the fun surprising everyone!Bug Makes a Splash is a sweet reminder for reluctant children on the meaning of being brave and offers caregivers simple tips to help children find the courage to spread their wings and fly.
The lovable Kimochis® characters come to life with this imaginative new picture book series illustrated by award-winning artist Hanako Wakiyama. Each book introduces children to the varicolored world of feelings and includes a forward from communication expert Ellen Pritchard Dodge, M. Ed, CCC-SLP, giving parents and educators simple tips to help children practice for life’s challenging moments.
Kimochis® Mini Bug
Kids will love collecting and expressing themselves with adorable Mini Kimochis® characters! Don’t be afraid of emotional attachments—hook the keychain onto your backpack and let your friends know how you’re feeling inside.
Mini Kimochis® Bug comes with a fun Kimochis® comic book (Bug’s Buggy) and a Brave feeling keychain. Bug is a caterpillar who is afraid of change. He is thoughtful, cautious and has secret dreams of flying. Bug’s wings can be tucked away in a pocket in his back.
Features:
1. 6” plush character
2. Bugs wings can be tucked away when he’s feeling afraid or can come out when he’s feeling Brave!
3. Includes a 2” Brave feeling with carabineer keychain.
4. Includes Kimochis™ comic book – Bug’s Buggy
About Kimochis®
Kimochis® are award winning educational tools that help children and adults learn to identify and express feelings, develop positive social skills, strengthen relationships, and build confidence and self-esteem. For more information, visit: http://www.kimochis.com
3 Comments
This is an adorable prize. How wonderful to teach children about feelings. Thanks for the chance.
Carol L.
I love the way these sweet characters inspire readers to take a chance on themselves!
Thank you so much for such a wonderful giveaway! I look forward to hearing who won.