Books provide a great way to express love and gratitude towards our loved ones and friends. They also offer an opportunity to talk to children about positive affirmations, self-confidence, self-care, and self-love, which is vital to their personal growth. In addition to showering my kids with extra hugs and kisses on Valentine\u2019s Day, I like to remind them they are well-loved and appreciated with both words and actions. What a better way to do that than to read books about love in many different forms?<\/p>\n
I think it is important for children to understand there are different ways to give and receive love or show others that you care. Whenever I see my children expressing love to themselves or others, I make them aware that I notice their loving actions, which always brings a big smile upon their faces.<\/p>\n
These books for children ages 6 \u2013 8 are about expressing love in different ways.<\/p>\n
no no 9780525553366 Hair Love <\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/585658\/hair-love-by-matthew-a-cherry-illustrated-by-vashti-harrison\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Matthew A. Cherry, illustrated by Vashti Harrison <\/p>\n
Twist outs. Braid outs. Wash and Gos. Bantu knots. Locs. Afros. Braids. Top Knots. Ponytails. Today\u2019s natural haired beauties are embracing their kinks, coils, and curls more than ever before to express their style. Just ask little Zuri. She wants to have the perfect hairstyle to welcome her mother home. Armed with an iPad, hair products, and her dad, she ends up finding the perfect look. This is such an adorable book about self-love and loving your hair.<\/p>\n
9780375836152 What Is Given from the Heart <\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/112100\/what-is-given-from-the-heart-by-patricia-c-mckissack-illustrated-by-april-harrison\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Patricia C. McKissack, illustrated by April Harrison <\/p>\n
It’s been a rough couple of months for James Otis and his mama, but Mama says as long as they have their health and strength, they’re blessed. One Sunday before Valentine’s Day, Reverend Dennis makes an announcement during the service \u2014 the Temple family has have lost everything in a fire and the church is collecting anything that might be useful to them. James thinks hard about what he can give to the Temple family.<\/p>\n
This touching, powerful tale of compassion reminds us all that what is given from the heart reaches the heart.<\/p>\n
9780593173886 To the Moon and Back for You<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/624100\/to-the-moon-and-back-for-you-by-emilia-bechrakis-serhant-illustrated-by-eg-keller\/9780593173886\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Emilia Bechrakis Serhant, illustrated by EG Keller <\/p>\n
In this book, a mother expresses her love to her new baby \u2014 and explores her own difficulties conceiving and experiences with IVF. This beautiful picture book combines hope and love to tell a truly heartwarming story. <\/p>\n
9780525518778 I Am Every Good Thing <\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/594506\/i-am-every-good-thing-by-derrick-barnes-illustrated-by-gordon-c-james\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordon C. James <\/p>\n
I Am Every Good Thing<\/i> is a beautiful book that encourages readers to celebrate everything that makes them the special person they are. Kids learn they can be a leader, an explorer, the life of the party, and an undisputed champion. They also learn it\u2019s okay to make mistakes, to get back up when they fall down, and to be a shoulder to cry on when needed.<\/p>\n
As the ending states, \u201cI am worthy of success, of respect, of safety, of kindness, of happiness. And without a shadow of a doubt, I am worthy to be loved.\u201d Isn\u2019t that such a beautiful message to read with kids?<\/p>\n
9780735227934 My Heart<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/546338\/my-heart-by-corinna-luyken\/9780525552543\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Corinna Luyken <\/p>\n
A sweet, gentle, and lyrical ode to the human heart and self-love. This simple book teaches children the many ways in which our hearts help us navigate life and all its changes. My Heart<\/i> may encourage some readers to pause for self-reflection and think about if they think their heart is open or closed.<\/p>\n
9781536201994 Love Is Powerful <\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/653699\/love-is-powerful-by-heather-dean-brewer\/9781536201994\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Heather Dean Brewer, illustrated by LeUyen Pham <\/p>\n
Travel back in time to the 2017 Women\u2019s March in New York City with a little girl named Mari and her mother. A powerful and timely book that promotes love, equality, activism, and fighting for change for a better future.<\/p>\n
9781984850829 Unicorn Academy #1: Sophia and Rainbow<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/602213\/unicorn-academy-1-sophia-and-rainbow-by-julie-sykes-illustrated-by-lucy-truman\/9781984850829\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Julie Sykes, illustrated by Lucy Truman <\/p>\n