"I am a person. I am special. I am important. . .just because I am." Warm, simple words and enchanting illustrations strengthen and support young children's self-esteem. Just Because I Am invites little ones to love, accept, and respect themselves (32 pp., color illust., S/C. Ages 3-8).

"Simple but empowering...teaches children 3 to 8 to trust their bodies, that all of their feelings are OK and that they have the power to say 'No' to anything that feels dangerous or wrong."
Chicago Tribune

CHOSEN A WINNER!!

Early Childhood News 1997 Directors' Choice Awards

Selected as one of the 100 Best Children's Products of 1994!

Dr. Toy's 100 Best Children's Products

A Child's Book of Affirmation
By Lauren Murphy Payne, M.S.W.
and Claudia Rohling, M.S.W.
Illustrated by Claudia Rohling, M.S.W.

The companion leader's guide reinforces the messages of the child's book with activities, questions, and reproducible handouts for parents and teachers. A complete beginning course on self-esteem for preschool, early elementary, day-care, and the home (56 pp., color illust., S/C. Preschool through grade 3).

"These books are kaleidoscopes of joyful ideas, colorful images,
and loving messages."
Louise Hay, author of You Can Heal Your Life

To order Just Because I Am and
A Leader's Guide to Just Because I Am, contact

400 First Avenue North, Suite 616
Minneapolis, MN 55401-1724
(800) 735-7323
(612) 338-2068
fax (612) 337-5050
help4kids@freespirit.com

Or enjoy secure on-line ordering at the following locations:
http://www.freespirit.com
http://www.amazon.com

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