The Lovables in the Kingdom of Self-Esteem

by Diane Loomans, Kim Howard (Illustrator)

Overview

"I am lovable! I am lovable! I am lovable!" are the magic words that open the gates to the Kingdom of Self-Esteem. Blending a lively narrative, charming illustrations, and valuable lessons in living, this book conducts young readers to the enchanted realm where twenty-four remarkable animals, each embodying a facet of self-esteem, await them. Each lovable animal gives children a way of identifying with and creating the qualities that make up a positive self-image. Thought by many educators and social scientists to be the key to preventing crime and alcohol and drug abuse, high self-esteem is a gift that endures for a lifetime.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781932073584
Publisher:	New World Library
Publication date:	12/20/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	31 MB
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About the Author

Diana Loomans is the creator of The Laughing Classroom programs, and has been a pioneer in the field of innovative learning for more than twenty years. As a college teacher, she has developed and taught numerous cutting-edge programs for various universities, and has cultivated a reputation as a dynamic presenter - leaving participants inspired, roused, and highly motivated. She is the author of several bestsellers, including The Lovables, Positively Mother Goose, and 100 Ways to Build Self-Esteem and Teach Values, and has appeared on hundreds of television and radio shows as a nationally recognized speaker and author. She is the director of Global Learning and The Quantum Success Coaching Institute in Los Angeles.
Kim Howard has illustrated more than twenty children's books, including The Lovables in the Kingdom of Self-Esteem (over 200,000 copies sold). She lives in Ketchum, Idaho.

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The Lovables in the Kingdom of Self-Esteem

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By Diana Loomans, Linda Kramer, Kim Howard

H J Kramer

Copyright © 1991 Diana Loomans
All rights reserved.
ISBN: 978-1-932073-58-4

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CHAPTER 1

I AM LOVABLE.

Hi, lovable friend! I'm Mona Monkey. I live in the Kingdom of Self-Esteem, Along with my friends, we're the Lovable Team. Come right along, bring your huggable you, We'd all like to meet you and talk to you, too.

CHAPTER 2

The gates of the kingdom are opening wide, As you say these words three times with pride:

"I'm lovable! I'm lovable! I'm lovable!"

CHAPTER 3

So come with me, and you will see, All of the lovable ways to be.

CHAPTER 4

I AM COURAGEOUS.

A roaring welcome to the kingdom, I'm Lawrence Lion. In our great kingdom, it is clear That love and friends are always near. So if you're feeling any fear, Remember this and leave it here.

CHAPTER 5

I AM CAPABLE.

Hellooo-hooo. I'm Owen Owl. All the Lovables have gifts to share, Because they're capable and they care. You and your friends are talented, too. What is something you love to do?

CHAPTER 6

I LOVE TO LEARN.

I'm waving hello to you. I'm Elena Elephant. Learning something new each day Brings me joy along my way. I'll bet that someone bright as you Will love to learn your whole life through.

CHAPTER 7

I LOVE TO PLAY AND HAVE FUN.

Ha-ha hi friend! We're Bobbi and Billy Bear. We wrestle and play in a gentle way. We giggle and laugh all through the day. Playing and laughing is good for you, too. So play every day like the Lovables do.

CHAPTER 8

I TAKE CARE OF MY BODY.

Howdy. I'm Bernia Buffalo. I love my body and eat only the best. I make sure I get plenty of rest. Treat your body with love every day, And you'll go galloping on your way.

(Continues...)

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Excerpted from The Lovables in the Kingdom of Self-Esteem by Diana Loomans, Linda Kramer, Kim Howard. Copyright © 1991 Diana Loomans. Excerpted by permission of H J Kramer.
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