Cindy Hewitt

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Our Inner Light Can Make Us a HeroEden Finds Her Ability to ShineRacism is a topic that is prevalent in our world and young children are aware of the news stories that they see on tv that involve violence and African Americans. Parents may try to hide these news stories, but they may not be successful in trying to hide the events that children may see on tv. It is a better idea to engage young children in a discussion of what they might see on tv and allow them to express their fears.

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Three Cats Plus One Cat Equal Four CatsA New Family Member Makes 4One can never have too many cats. Michelle Sumovich's delightful picture book I Have Three Cats is a fun read for cat lovers who can never have too many cats. A little girl has three loving cats. Her cats are in charge of the back yard. A surprise visitor in the form of a stray cat invades their space and a lot of spitting and hissing happens. Mom fears that the stray may have rabies.

Jan 21, 2025 | discover.hubpages.com | Cindy Hewitt

Hope Learned from a SealA Rescued Seal Teaches Life Lesson to an Immigrant GirlPadma Venkatraman's engaging new novel for middle grade readers Safe Harbor is a great read that has a life lesson. There are immigrant students in our schools who often face bullying and must find a way to cope with all the changes that they find when coming to our country. Venkatraman writes with relevancy for these students and compassion for what they face in their new life.

Nov 21, 2024 | discover.hubpages.com | Cindy Hewitt

Sleep is Not WantedHibernation is Not a PriorityParents who have young children who always procrastinate when it is time for bed will appreciate the problem that Harold faces in Vern Kousky's adorable picture book Harold Hates to Hibernate. Young children will find ways to put off going to sleep. Harold also finds ways to stay awake. Harold loves the fall season with all of the colorful leaves. He also loves the honey that he can get from the bees.

Oct 7, 2024 | discover.hubpages.com | Cindy Hewitt

Christmas is Saved With TeamworkFriends Work Together to Help SantaWhat would happen if Santa crashed his sleigh on Christmas Eve? No one wants to think about that! Erica S. Perl's adorable picture book How Carrot and Cookie Saved Christmas has a life lesson about how teamwork can solve big problems. It's the day before Christmas and Carrot and Cookie have a problem. Neither has bought a gift for the other yet. Each is anxious to choose the perfect gift for the other because they are best friends.