Awareness Tour sponsored* by EQ Explorers
The Children’s Book Review
Studies show that emotional intelligence (EQ) is a key component to living a happy, successful life. And—unlike IQ—EQ can be learned.
Each book in the EQ Explorers series is designed to educate and inspire children through beautifully illustrated, creative-yet-relatable tales. With each story, the author shares a simple and powerful principle of happiness and emotional wellness—one adventure at a time.
To learn more, join us on this virtual EQ Explorers book tour. Get to know the entire EQ Explorer’s Series—including how 100% of profits are donated to help underserved kids around the world!
Be sure to enter the giveaway below for a chance to win a set of the books autographed by author Kim Linette, along with an adorable reading fort to celebrate your young reader!
EQ Explorers Tour Dates
Monday, July 6, 2020
The Children’s Book Review
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Word Spelunking
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
Over Coffee Conversations
An article by author Kim Linette
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Tales of Wanna-Be SuperHero Mom
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Friday, July 10, 2020
The Fairview Review
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Monday, July 13, 2020
Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
icefairy’s Treasure Chest
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Barbara Ann Mojica’s Blog
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Heart to Heart
An interview with author Kim Linette
Friday, July 17, 2020
A Dream Within a Dream
Book review of EQ Explorers series
Monday, July 20, 2020
J.R.’s Book Reviews
Book review of EQ Explorers series
EQ Explorers Awareness Tour Giveaway
Enter for a chance to win an EQ Explorers prize pack!
One (1) grand prize winner receives:
- A copy of Jo Jo Giraffe’s Big Laugh autographed by Kim Linette.
- A copy of Compare Bear’s Double Dare autographed by Kim Linette.
- A copy of Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail autographed by Kim Linette.
- A play fort perfect for reading and imagination play.
Two (2) winners receive:
- A copy of Jo Jo Giraffe’s Big Laugh
- A copy of Compare Bear’s Double Dare
- A copy of Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail
How to Enter
- Fill out the required fields in the form below. It may take a moment to load.
- You can also gain daily bonus entries through the entry form below.
- See below for giveaway rules.
Giveaway begins July 6, 2020, at 12:01 A.M. MT and ends August 6, 2020, at 11:59 P.M. MT.
Jojo Giraffe’s Big Laugh: Don’t Take Things Personally!
Written by Kim Linette
Illustrated by
Publisher’s Synopsis: Jojo Giraffe’s Big Laugh, the third book in the EQ Explorers series, takes children on a journey through the African Savannah, learning what it means to be wonderfully unique along the way—just like the spots on each and every giraffe.
The story centers around the powerful EQ principle: Don’t Take Things Personally. It’s a lesson of emotional intelligence that is essential for any child—including Kali, who learns through a series of fun adventures with Jojo Giraffe.
Ages 4-12 | Publisher: Kapalua Cove, LLC | April 21, 2020 | ISBN-13: 978-1950062096
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Compare Bear’s Double Dare: Be Yourself – Don’t Compare!
Written by Kim Linette
Illustrated by
Publisher’s Synopsis: The last thing Danny expects to come across during his hike in the forest is a very insecure bear. And yet, Compare Bear is precisely that—a bear who struggles to see his own strengths, and instead constantly compares himself to other animals, with astonishing results.
In Compare Bear’s Double Dare, one of the first books in the EQ Explorers series, Danny helps his unique new friend take to heart the powerful EQ principle: Be Yourself. Don’t Compare. It’s a lesson of emotional intelligence that is essential for any young reader.
Ages 4-12 | Publisher: Kapalua Cove, LLC | August 1, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1950062010
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Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail: Happiness is a Choice!
Written by Kim Linette
Illustrated by
Publisher’s Synopsis: The secret to happiness? It’s written on a whale’s tail. At least that’s what Koa hears, and so he sets out in search of Wally Whale and the valuable knowledge that he hopes Wally will share.
Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail, one of the first books in the EQ Explorers series, teaches the powerful EQ principle: Happiness is a Choice. It’s a lesson of emotional intelligence that is essential for any child—including Koa, who learns as he journeys through the Pacific with Wally Whale.
Ages 4-12 | Publisher: Kapalua Cove, LLC | August 1, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1950062003
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About the Author
Kim Linette is the mother of six wonderful children and the founder of Kapalua Cove Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering children to create healthy relationships and joy-filled lives. In ancient Hawaiian, “Kapalua” means “arms embracing the sea.” Passionate about helping children throughout the world, Kim has written her EQ Explorers books to inspire all children and their caretakers to live big, happy lives! Raised in Southern California, Kim now splits her time between Alpine, Utah and Lahaina, Maui.
For more information, visit www.eqexplorers.com, Facebook, and Instagram.
Giveaway Rules
- NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER TO WIN.
- EQ Explorers Book Awareness Tour giveaway is sponsored* by EQ Explorers.
- Enter between 12:00 AM Mountain Time on July 6, 2020, and 11:59 PM on August 6, 2020.
- Visit this page (https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/weblog/2020/06/eq-explorers-little-adventures-for-a-big-happy-life-awareness-tour.html) on a computer or wireless device and complete and submit the entry form pursuant to the on-screen instructions.
- One (1) grand prize winner receives:
- A copy of Jo Jo Giraffe’s Big Laugh autographed by Kim Linette.
- A copy of Compare Bear’s Double Dare autographed by Kim Linette.
- A copy of Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail autographed by Kim Linette.
- A play fort perfect for reading and imagination play.
- Two (2) winners receive:
- A copy of Jo Jo Giraffe’s Big Laugh.
- A copy of Compare Bear’s Double Dare.
- A copy of Wally Whale’s Mighty Tail.
- Winners will be selected at random on or about August 11, 2020. Odds of winning will depend upon the total number of eligible entries received.
- Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, who are thirteen years of age or older in their state or territory of residence at the time of entry. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.
- Important Notice: You may be charged for visiting the mobile website in accordance with the terms of your service agreement with your carrier.
- The prize(s) that may be awarded to the eligible winner(s) are not transferable, redeemable for cash or exchangeable for any other prize. Participants must provide valid and accurate contact information. If a winner cannot be contacted or is disqualified for any reason, The Children’s Book Review reserves the right to determine an alternate winner or not to award that winner’s prize, in its sole discretion.
- The Children’s Book Review is not responsible for undeliverable, lost, delayed, misdirected or misaddressed email or any other issues regarding the electronic delivery of the contest form. This includes, but is not limited to, the speed at which your email service routes email through the internet. The sole determiner of eligibility for the final drawing will be the time the email or entry form is received at our offices.
- The Children’s Book Review is not responsible for prize fulfillment. Prizes courtesy of the sponsor: EQ Explorers.
Thanks for following along with us on the EQ Explorers awareness tour, sponsored* by EQ Explorers.