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The Kids Make It Better Book: A Problem-Solving Journal

by Suzy Becker   |  Ages 8-11
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The Kids Make It Better Book: A Problem-Solving Journal
The Kids Make It Better Book: A Problem-Solving Journal

Kids' quirky solutions to life's big problems.

Dive into 'The Kids Make It Better Book' for a refreshing take on problem-solving. Suzy Becker taps into the unfiltered creativity of children to tackle everything from environmental issues to heartbreak. You'll laugh and ponder over the unexpectedly profound answers kids give. It's a reminder of the value of engaging with the world through a child's eyes – perfect for anyone who loves a mix of humor and wisdom.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Kids Make It Better Book: A Problem-Solving Journal

by Suzy Becker   |  Ages 8-11
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ISBN: 9780761158455
Authors: Suzy Becker
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
Date of Publication: 2010-05-12
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Educational, Picture Books
Related Topics: Adventure, Emotion, Nature, Adventure, Fantasy
Goodreads rating: 4.17
(rated by 6 readers)

Description

Ask a kid a question, and you never know what will tumble out. Here, from bestselling author and brilliant child-at-heart Suzy Becker, is a marvelously interactive way to involve kids in the challenges of life, from what to do about the ozone layer to how to mend a broken heart. Surprising, imaginative, funny, wise, The Kids Make It Better Book is a pure delight, combining a "kids say the darndest things" and Children's Letters to God humor with a greater that of teaching kids the value of being engaged. Each "problem" begins with a spread that asks a question and gives one or more solutions from children―illustrated in whimsical full-color drawings by the author. Then the reader is presented with two pages of fill-ins, prompts, and a space to draw his or her own ideas. How do you fix a bad economy? "The government should have a bake sale," says Jennifer, age 9. What would you do to improve schools? "Put chocolate milk in the water fountain." ―Robert, age 8. What can we do to take better care of our water? "Have scientists make fish that love to eat tons of pollution." ―Jackie, age 9. And finally, a question on the nature of helping The biggest challenge of all might be getting people up off their couches to do something. Any ideas? "Put spikes on
 

Kids' quirky solutions to life's big problems.

Dive into 'The Kids Make It Better Book' for a refreshing take on problem-solving. Suzy Becker taps into the unfiltered creativity of children to tackle everything from environmental issues to heartbreak. You'll laugh and ponder over the unexpectedly profound answers kids give. It's a reminder of the value of engaging with the world through a child's eyes – perfect for anyone who loves a mix of humor and wisdom.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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