Your Inner Compass That Could
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What’s inside...
Inspiring, whimsical, and brightly illustrated, Your Inner Compass That Could is a wise, empowering tale that provides a fresh perspective on navigating the magical adventure of life. Rhyming verse encourages young readers to let their inner wisdom lead the way to true fulfillment, while imparting messages of self-empowerment, self-growth, and self-confidence. It is a book for anyone who has ever had a gut feeling, a strong knowing or felt a spark of passion deep inside. Everyone, from your preschooler to your grandmother, has intuition, but most of us need some help in learning to listen to it.Your Inner Compass is the little voice in your head that whispers when something feels right or wrong. It is the gut feeling you get when you something just 'feels off.' It is the spark in your heart and the fire in your eyes when you are so passionate about something that there is nothing else you'd rather do. It is never too early for children, or too late for adults, to realize that they are truly magnificent, powerful beings with unlimited potential and are equipped with an unique internal compass to help guide their way.Complete with Integration Questions at the back of the book, Your Inner Compass That Could is a book that your family will enjoy over and over again. For Free Printable Integration Activities, along with access to a Parent & Teacher Resource, visit www.InnerCompassBooks.com
Age
5-7
Length
38 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think your inner compass is trying to tell you?
How did the character in the story use their inner compass to make a decision?
Can you think of a time when you listened to your inner feeling to make a choice? What happened?
Why is it important to listen to our inner compass?
How do you feel when you make decisions that feel right to you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book’s storyline, relating it to their personal experiences.
Discuss the concept of an 'inner compass' by asking your child what they think it means and how they might use it in different situations.
Praise your child for sharing and reinforce the importance of trusting their instincts, linking back to scenarios in the book.
Make connections between the story and real-life decisions to illustrate the use of an inner compass in everyday life.
Use examples from the book to discuss the consequences of actions when the characters listen or do not listen to their inner compass.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: The protagonist's journey emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and facing challenges with confidence.
Real-World Application: Children learn to trust their abilities and approach new situations or challenges with a positive mindset.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Throughout the book, the character encounters various obstacles but learns to overcome them through persistence and grit.
Real-World Application: This instills in children the value of perseverance and not giving up easily when faced with difficulties.
Example Lesson: Listening to intuition
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of listening to one's inner voice when making decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider their feelings and thoughts in decision-making processes, helping them develop stronger personal judgment.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Interactions between characters showcase the importance of understanding and caring for others’ feelings.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to be considerate and supportive in their interactions with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The protagonist uses creativity and critical thinking to navigate challenges, demonstrating effective problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use creative thinking and analysis to solve problems they encounter in everyday life.