Humorous, Quirky, Funny, Spiritual, Inspirational, Gratitude, Grateful, Nurture, Curiosity, Critical Thinking Skills, Inner Child, Vibrations, Mindfulness, Imagination, Balance, Managing Emotions, Making Good Choices, Living in the Present, Wonder, Educational, Nature, Growth, Current, Relatable, Living in Love and Light are a few key words and phrases that best describe Keep Feeding Your Spark: A Collection of Children's Poems to Nurture Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Gratitude and Humor.
The book is a collection of 36 children's poems and various doodlestrations for ages 2 to 102! Doodlestrations are what the author, Susan A. Turfle, has coined as her book artwork which reflects a merging of doodles and illustrations. The poems range from teaching mindfulness and living in the present moment to encouraging children to use their gifts. Specific poems inspire children's curiosity and help them to start on a path of learning critical thinking skills. Uncommon facts about the environment and the flora and fauna within are woven in to intrigue young minds. Quirky and humorous poems are peppered throughout the reflective work.
The poems are easily relatable in the world today and provide many aha moments of awareness and understanding mixed with some that are purely entertaining. It is a well-balanced book that provides just enough hidden lessons with simple humor. Sure to become a favorite bedtime book with young minds and adults, the poems range from thought-provoking to humorous. Many of the poems have deeper, more meaningful messages that will resonate with adults. Parents, caregivers and teachers will appreciate the emotional growth themes and positive messages found within the pages. The collection will help inspire children to nurture a spirit of inquiry and critical thinking skills while expanding their inner child.
While a great gift for any occasion, Keep Feeding Your Spark is particularly appropriate for a baby shower, birthday, baptism, christening, graduation or special holiday. Perfect for ages 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Kindergarten, First Grade, Second Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade and Fifth Grade. Educators and homeschooling families will find it especially useful as an early learning tool. The book makes for perfect bedtime reading and bonding for parents and caregivers. For more information visit: MakingRipplesPublishing.comSusanATurfle.com