When I Grow Up I Will Shine

<p>This engaging uplifting and positive book When I Grow Up I Will Shine explores a young girl thinking about who she is as a person and who she wants to be when she grows up. There are a series of statements followed by reflective questions designed to be thought-provoking and entice a response especially the last one. A range of personal characteristics and behaviours are covered including being kind caring for the Earth and continuing to learn. </p><p><br></p><p>When I grow up I will be kind. How are you kind?</p><p><br></p><p>When I grow up I will take care of the Earth. How do you take care of the Earth?</p><p><br></p><p>When I grow up I will continue to learn. What do you want to learn? </p><p><br></p><p>A powerful message of self-identity and belief that builds confidence and makes it OK to be yourself and shine. Determining who you want to be is in your control regardless of your circumstances. </p><p><br></p><p>It offers an alternative narrative to the typical question children are asked: What do you want to be when you grow up? The qualities you have as a person are way more important than the job you have. </p><p><br></p><p>Parents and caregivers can use the questions to better understand their child and spark meaningful and important conversations. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an empowering message for children and adults alike. Will you shine?</p>