THE ABCS OF LIVING GREEN by Theresa A. McKeown, Picture Book/Tweens, 56 pp., $17.95 (Hardback)
Title: THE ABCS OF LIVING GREEN
Author: Theresa A McKeown
Publisher: The ABCs of Everything, LLC
Pages: 56
Genre: Picture/poetry book for children and tweens
Author: Theresa A McKeown
Publisher: The ABCs of Everything, LLC
Pages: 56
Genre: Picture/poetry book for children and tweens
“The ABCs of Living Green” completes the ABC trilogy of picture books focused on raising happy, healthy, conscious children in body, mind and spirit. Written from the voice of Mother Earth, every letter of the alphabet and corresponding word gives readers a multitude of fun ways to be mindful not only of the planet we all share, but of the people with whom we share it. A book that focuses on the beauty and fulfillment of stepping up and doing our part in taking care of the environment and each other, “The ABCs of Living Green” is truly a book for the enlightened child of the 21st century.
The ABC's of Living Green is not only an alphabet book, but a book of poetry. Every letter of the alphabet offers a word and accompanying poem that encompasses the meaning of 'Green Living." The rhyming verses delve into just what it means to be aware of the world around you, know your impact, observe nature and practice sustainability. The artwork is all completed in soft tones, creating a gentle and calming feel.
This book is geared more towards older children and even adults. Some of the language becomes a bit obscure and difficult at time to fit with the rhyming pattern or theme and might lose some younger readers or even those without an extensive vocabulary. Reading one of these poems at a time would be a great way to promote mindfulness or begin a meditation. I also read a selection of poems during my Sustainability class and Forest School. I would suggest taking time and sitting with the poems to let yourself become introspective and think of ways you can improve your relationship with Mother Nature.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
Review
The ABC's of Living Green is not only an alphabet book, but a book of poetry. Every letter of the alphabet offers a word and accompanying poem that encompasses the meaning of 'Green Living." The rhyming verses delve into just what it means to be aware of the world around you, know your impact, observe nature and practice sustainability. The artwork is all completed in soft tones, creating a gentle and calming feel.
This book is geared more towards older children and even adults. Some of the language becomes a bit obscure and difficult at time to fit with the rhyming pattern or theme and might lose some younger readers or even those without an extensive vocabulary. Reading one of these poems at a time would be a great way to promote mindfulness or begin a meditation. I also read a selection of poems during my Sustainability class and Forest School. I would suggest taking time and sitting with the poems to let yourself become introspective and think of ways you can improve your relationship with Mother Nature.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
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Book Trailer:
Theresa McKeown spent over two decades in the entertainment arena before embracing her true passion of writing children’s books. After producing hundreds of hours of television for a host of cable and network outlets, Theresa is now on the path of what she considers her highest calling.
Theresa and her sisters have created “The ABC’s of Everything, LLC”, a family endeavor solely focused on publishing several series of children’s books, digital content, and educational curriculums. All will be written and produced with an awareness of the true possibilities that children of the 21st century can realize.
As an author, Theresa is dedicated to estimating rather than underestimating the wisdom of children. Her philosophy is that kids are fully adept at understanding nuance and meaning and it’s not necessary to talk down to them. She is dedicated to creating a new paradigm in the children’s book world by introducing work that fully embraces the insightfulness, perception and unlimited intellectual potential of today’s youth.
Her books are meant to plant the seeds of education and awareness early in a child’s development, knowing full well that children will ultimately blossom into the best versions of who they are meant to be.
In her role as producer, Theresa traveled worldwide, filming from locations as diverse as the White House, NORAD, the Pentagon, FBI headquarters, maximum-security prisons and from the top of the World Trade Center. Along the way she “tail-hooked” onto an aircraft carrier in the Pacific, yachted through South America with jet setters and chased bad guys with the LAPD in a helicopter. She survived both OJ Simpson trials, shot live from heart of the LA Riots and drove through a wall of flames during the Laguna fires. Yet, with a background like this, building a community to celebrate children promises to be the most exciting adventure of all.
As George Elliot once said, “It’s never too late to become who you might have been”.
…Words this author has taken to heart.
Theresa and her sisters have created “The ABC’s of Everything, LLC”, a family endeavor solely focused on publishing several series of children’s books, digital content, and educational curriculums. All will be written and produced with an awareness of the true possibilities that children of the 21st century can realize.
As an author, Theresa is dedicated to estimating rather than underestimating the wisdom of children. Her philosophy is that kids are fully adept at understanding nuance and meaning and it’s not necessary to talk down to them. She is dedicated to creating a new paradigm in the children’s book world by introducing work that fully embraces the insightfulness, perception and unlimited intellectual potential of today’s youth.
Her books are meant to plant the seeds of education and awareness early in a child’s development, knowing full well that children will ultimately blossom into the best versions of who they are meant to be.
In her role as producer, Theresa traveled worldwide, filming from locations as diverse as the White House, NORAD, the Pentagon, FBI headquarters, maximum-security prisons and from the top of the World Trade Center. Along the way she “tail-hooked” onto an aircraft carrier in the Pacific, yachted through South America with jet setters and chased bad guys with the LAPD in a helicopter. She survived both OJ Simpson trials, shot live from heart of the LA Riots and drove through a wall of flames during the Laguna fires. Yet, with a background like this, building a community to celebrate children promises to be the most exciting adventure of all.
As George Elliot once said, “It’s never too late to become who you might have been”.
…Words this author has taken to heart.
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