Books with author Sonica Ellis

Before you can love others you must love yourselfLana Llama when in a field full of unicorns, just be yourself. Follow Lana's journey of self-discovery as she learns that there is more to her than what is in the mirror, and that she is unique, loved and beautiful just the way she is. In the end, Lana learns to appreciate the magic within her and what she uniquely has to offer the world. This delightful, uplifting story will help your child develop strong self-esteem, self-love, self-appreciation and maintain a positive outlook on life. Self Love Affirmations To Build Your Child’s Self- Esteem & ConfidenceSelf love can be something taken for granted. Positive self love affirmations are a keystone to a healthy, happy and successful life. This is why it is so important to practice positive self love affirmations and mindful mantras. Positive words are very important in building a child’s self-esteem and are vital for growth.Today, I choose me.Happiness flows from meI feel beautiful, I am beautifulI am grounded, peaceful, and centered Parents/TeachersEven as adults we can struggle with our emotions and feelings, especially when the Hollywood, TV and social media emphasize physical appearance above character and kindness. Let’s equip our kids with the tools to process and talk about their feelings and emotions. Let’s help them be confident and teach them that they’re more than what they see in the mirror. The best book for raising confident childrenLana the Llama aims to teach kids the importance of love and respect thereby building self esteem.It will sit comfortably on your shelf alongside “I Am Confident, Brave & Beautiful (Hopscotch Girls), The Gifts of Imperfection (Brene Brown), Have You Filled a Bucket Today? (Carol McCloud), Dear Girl (Amy Krouse Rosenthal), and I Can Handle It. Lana Llama will encourage your children to love what they see in the mirror. Lessons to take from this children’s picture bookLana the Llama learns some important lessons from her new friend Ellie the Unicorn.Be KindBe yourselfBelieve in yourselfThe power of wordsDon’t change who you are so people will like you. Just be yourself and let people get to know the real you.If you like friendship books, children’s books about unicorns, llama books or even unicorn gifts for girls and boys, then this book will be perfect forKeep your eyes open for a Lana the Llama plush coming soon.Be you. The world will adjust.

Grandma's cuddles start with a hug and soon you're feeling safe and snug. There are so many things this little mouse loves about his grandma, but what he loves most of all are his grandma’s cuddles.Grandma’s Cuddles is a relatable illustrated children’s poem that depicts the special bond between a grandmother and her grandchild.This sweet rhyming picture book is guaranteed to have grandma’s worldwide cuddling their grandkids as they read together.Some Take Away from the BookBonding with GrandmaEasy to read (Beginner reader, preschoolers, kindergarteners- basic sight words)Rhyming and repetitionPositive social interactionsCognitive developmentA great grandparent giftGrandma Cuddles will sit perfectly along your shelf beside grandma books such as Grandma Loves You(Helen Foster James), How to Babysit a Grandma (Jean Reagan), Grandma Wishes(Julia Lobo), Letters to My Grandchild(Lea Redmond) and I Love You, Grandma (Jilliam Harker)If Grandma is far away, buy two copies of the book and host a virtual read aloud over video chat!Get your copy now!

Seven-year-old Maddie Reyes can talk to Mom, Dad, and 14-year-old Sadina, her sister. But with the rest of the world—except for Bella, her robotic cat—she's too terrified to speak a word. Maddie wakes one night to find an intruder in the house, and now she's the only one who can identify him. Her friends join together to help transform Bella into Chattercat, a talking robot that just might get some answers from Maddie. Filled with beautiful watercolor illustrations, this captivating mystery, geared toward readers in grades 4 to 8, covers a range of important issues: friendship, teamwork, trust, making hard choices, and continuing to pursue goals, even in the face of overwhelming odds. With its key plot device involving artificial intelligence, the story contributes to student interest in STEM fields.

Fifteen-year-old runaway Singer has never known a place that feels like home or a family who can accept her physical disability. After a mysterious fire claims her last few possessions, Singer finally gets a chance to belong. She joins a team of displaced teens who are secret testers of the TimeTilter, an experimental in-person gaming site. But the team soon discovers that they’re trapped in the TimeTilter, the subjects of dangerous research on the limits of human sensory perception. Battling to survive in a place where she can’t trust her own senses, Singer must confront her self-doubts and search for home—and acceptance—in unexpected places. With key plot elements tied to bioengineering, the story contributes to student interest in STEM fields.

In early childhood repetition forms the basis for learning and skill development. Circle Time is a fun, interactive and educational book designed to help your child learn to identify animals and the sounds they make, shapes, colors, words and even basic sign language. There is also a bonus spread in which you can write your child/children’s favorite songs and nursery rhymes. A child must first learn fundamental skills before they can acquire speed, increased confidence, and mastery. It is through repetition that possibility becomes ability. Just think about when a child first learns to walk. A circle area is where the children gather to listen to stories and participate in daily activities.The circle encourages unity, respect, turn-taking, and working together Other benefits include improved speaking and listening skills, increased self-esteem, and problem-solving skills.Children will learn to listen to others, to be tolerant of other viewpoints, and to respect fellow pupils. If you like Interactive fun early learning Books by Roger Priddy, Deborah Schecter, Dr Seuss, Eric Carle, Bill Martin etc then give Circle Time a try.