Magnificent Mistakes and Fantastic Failures:
Finding the good when things seem bad by
Josh Langley (Big Sky Publishing) PB RRP $14.99
ISBN: 781922265692
Reviewed by Nikki M Heath
The modern
world with its pervasive technology and intense pressures affects children and
adults alike. With its straightforward
advice for finding confidence and building resilience, Magnificent Mistakes and Fantastic Failures is a practical guide to
navigating some of life’s key challenges.
The text is
written in clear, concise language and addresses a broad spectrum of the concerns
that weigh on kids’ minds on a daily basis.
Perfectionism, social media, anxiety, self-worth and friendship are all
tackled head-on. Techniques are offered
for putting worries into perspective, reframing problems and reaching out with
kindness.
Bold, colourful
cartoon illustrations featuring a wide cast of stick figure characters provide
examples - sometimes touching, sometimes hilarious - of the concepts explored
in the text.
This book will
be a valuable resource for parents and teachers of
primary-school aged children, and one the kids will also find amusing and
engaging. Teaching materials are
available.
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