So Many Words for Me to Be

In So Many Words for Me to Be, children will explore and unpack over 70 words to describe themselves in positive and empowering ways. This access to a broad vocabulary will help children express how they are feeling and build self-esteem and self-confidence. Through this process, they will develop not only self-assurance and resilience but also essential literacy skills, including vocabulary building, storytelling, and early writing. This book offers educators and parents a practical, uplifting resource to foster children’s social and emotional learning while nurturing a strong and positive self-identity. Topics covered: kindness and empathy, strength and determination, joy and happiness, curiosity and mindfulness.

Also included are ideas for using the book with parents, caregivers, and educators.

Words are powerful! The more words children learn, the more they come to express themselves with confidence. When children hear and use positive and encouraging words, their self-esteem blossoms — because the words we hear so often shape who we become! Building a strong vocabulary from an early age also helps children become amazing storytellers and writers. Let’s fill the world with wonderful words!