Incredibly positive message for children

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	• The Magic in You! Sally H Taylor Outskirts Press, 2007 - 40 pages average customer review:based on 24 reviews view larger image
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Everyone has magic within

The first time that I read this, I read it to myself - meaning not to my kids, but just to myself. The concept sounded like a great one and I wanted to check it out right away. I have to say, with all my heart, I truly believe that this book should be one that graces everyone's bookshelves! If you have children, Grandchildren, nieces, nephews or even if you don't have children, The Magic In You is a truly uplifting book, for everyone of any age.
In this day and age of low self-esteem, peer pressure to fit in, and just all of life's pressures, it is reassuring to know that there is something out there that can speak to everyone and let them know that it is ok to be yourself - no matter what.
The Magic In You focuses on a little wildflower who has a bit of a disconcerting start, next to the side of a road, and all alone. She has splendid yellow petals that shimmer in the sun, yet all of the other flowers make her feel alone and like an outcast. All of this becomes worse when a Billy goat happens along and eats one of her petals, leaving her a damaged flower. Now, not only is she alone, but she is being laughed at because she is different. After another harrowing incident with a rude driver, who dashes by, running over the wildflower's leaf, life seems only to be getting crueler. Then one night, as the wildflower is weeping, a beautiful fairy happens by, asking what is wrong. The wildflower asks the fairy to make her beautiful, so that she will fit in and be liked by the others. However, the fairy refuses and instead tells the little flower that she is the one who can make herself beautiful and happy, anytime that she wants, she does not need the fairy's magic for that. At first, the little flower does not understand this, but after a bit of time passes and she learns the true gift of kindness, she discovers that real and true beauty comes from within.
You always hear that inner beauty is the most powerful and precious. No matter how true this is, it is easily forgotten in today's society. This is the perfect book to reinterate such an important lesson and serves as a wonderful reminder and pick me up. To me, it almost seems as though The Magic In You combines all of the many self-help books out there and sums them all up within a few powerfully packed pages.
Not only is the story memorable and beautiful, but the pictures are gorgous works of art. I highly recommend this to everyone - you will not be disappointed!

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Incredibly positive message for children

Sally H. Taylor's first children's picture book, The Magic in You!, is an enchanting introduction to an author with volumes of talent. The story tells of a little flower that grows by the roadside. The flower's self-confidence wanes after one of her shiny petals is eaten by a Billy goat, and dims even further when a car runs over one of her leaves. Depressed and lonely, the flower is visited by a fairy. The flower asks the fairy to make her beautiful, but the fairy declines. She tells the flower beauty and happiness can be found inside.

The little flower has several experiences that open her eyes to the truth the fairy has spoken, and learns the joy of giving. Through love and forgiveness, she regains confidence in herself and others and learns to enjoy life. It is such a positive message and one that adults need to be reminded of, as well. But Taylor's talent isn't limited to the story--her vibrant illustrations are as detailed and whimsical as the plot.

This book was unanimously enjoyed by every member of my family, which is a rarity. So if two adults, a nine-year-old, and a six-year-old can all agree on one title, I think we can assume this book is a gem. I am sure it is going to be read over and over again, and I may just refer back to it on those darker days. In fact, according to the back of the book, the story was inspired by the authors own trials. Thank goodness Taylor has overcome her own issues because she provides a wealth of wisdom for others through literature.

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My five year old loved this book!

What a wonderful illustration in word and picture of the power of healing that comes from reaching past ourselves!

From J. Kaye's Book Blog

THE MAGIC IN YOU! is written for ages 4-8. It's about a little flower that is pushed from her comfort zone. She'll need to find the magic in forgiveness and self-love.

No matter what age, readers will delight in the book's masterful illustrations. The story also has a beautiful meaning, but I question the some of the phrases such as majestic kaleidoscope, crevice, simply ingenious, and grew in stature. Is this the appropriate terminology used for this age level?

Another concern is the amount of words on some of the pages. Not all pages, but a few were packed with italicized words. Before deciding to home school my children, I was director of a day care. I also taught Pre-K. If memory serves, these points are frowned upon. This was well over a decade ago, moving closer to two, and things might have changed.

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The Magic in You!

Sometimes bad things happen to us all. The little flower knows this to be true. In her journeys, she has experienced much wrong-doing. However, in the process, she has learned a valuable thing. Forgiveness can be magical.

I very much liked the concept that the author was trying to portray in The Magic In You! The story itself was quite good. The illustrations were beautiful.

Unfortunately, there were a few things that detracted from the possibilities of this book. The bold text made me feel like I was being yelled at throughout the book, which didn't fit with the overall feeling of the story. I also had problems getting through the large amount of text on each page before my helper became bored. Moreover, many of the words were far beyond his comprehension level.

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As the little flower is pushed from her comfort zone, she finds her strength through the power of forgiveness to learn and grow!

Unless we learn to love ourselves we will become slaves to the opinions and judgements that others have of us.A healthy self-image, on the other hand, will bring peace to our souls during the storms of life.

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