My 2 year old is very vocal about his thoughts, wants, and needs these days. And while he’s only two, I realize that each day he’s gaining confidence and independence. I’m wrapping up this week of inspirational children’s books with a book that teaches children to have confidence in their ability to make wise choices.
I’m Up in a Tree, by Mark Alden Johnson “encourages children to ignore peer pressure and make their own decisions.” The story is about a boy who climbs a tree but is then unable to get down. It’s told in lyrical rhyming style and features adorable, kid-friendly illustrations. The boy (who’s name is never mentioned), gets “advice” from a bee, birds, and a cat. He wisely decides that flying, jumping or climbing down the tree are not the best ways to get down from the tree. In the end, his father comes with a ladder to help him.
Even young children face peer pressure and benefit from learning early on how to make good decisions. The book is as important for parents as it is for children. As a mom, it’s my responsibility to teach my children to make good decisions, resist peer pressure, and trust their own judgment. While the concepts in the book are a bit too old for my son, it’s a book we’ll be reading as he continues to grow and develop. I read all kinds of books to my son, not just ones targeted for his age to expose him to a variety of concepts and themes. I think this is a great book that will grow with him. And children will be drawn to it’s rhyming style, asking for it to be read again and again (at least my son did!).
I’m Up in a Tree is available on Amazon.
I did not receive compensation for this post. A copy of the book was provided to facilitate this review.
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What a cute book!!!!