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    Kimochis® Bug Makes a Splash! Mini Bundle | Book Spotlight

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze2 Mins Read Ages 0-3 Ages 4-8
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    Published: November 21, 2012

    LogoBug 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!

    Book: Bug Makes a SplashIn 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

    A close up of a stuffed toyKids 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

    What to Read Next:

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    3. Max Makes a Cake by Michelle Edwards | Book Spotlight
    4. Dinosaur Farm, by Frann Preston-Gannon | Book Spotlight

    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

    3 Comments

    1. Carol L on December 4, 2012 12:41 pm

      This is an adorable prize. How wonderful to teach children about feelings. Thanks for the chance.
      Carol L.

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    2. Melissa on December 5, 2012 9:45 am

      I love the way these sweet characters inspire readers to take a chance on themselves!

      Reply
    3. Christine Paine on December 18, 2012 6:38 pm

      Thank you so much for such a wonderful giveaway! I look forward to hearing who won.

      Reply
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