Luisa May, known to her family and friends as Lu, loves to play games with her Grandma. When she’s bullied at school, Grandma has a special puzzle for Lu to help her see how valuable she is—no matter what others say, or how much doubt she feels within herself. Soon after, Grandma has to go to the hospital, and Lu finds out Grandma needs help recovering. Then it’s Lu’s turn to help Grandma see how valuable she is—no matter how much doubt she feels within herself. It’s a beautiful parallel for young and old alike, as each age learns from the other.
Written and illustrated with loving hands, this delightful children’s story offers a heartfelt message that unites and bonds generations. From the award-winning pen of Fay A. Klingler, I Am Strong! I Am Smart! provides to women of all ages a reminder of the tremendous gift of “girl power.”
Author Fay A. Klingler shares an engaging tale of faith, trust, and the power of love and support between generations. I can't say enough good things about I Am Strong! I Am Smart!
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Written and illustrated with loving hands, this delightful children’s story offers a heartfelt message that unites and bonds generations. From the award-winning pen of Fay A. Klingler, I Am Strong! I Am Smart! provides to women of all ages a reminder of the tremendous gift of “girl power.”
MY THOUGHTS.....
This is a touching story of the special bond between a young girl and her grandmother. Eye-catching illustrations and a heartwarming story make it a perfect choice for young people, but it certainly isn't just for children! Reading this sweet story as a family provides a perfect opportunity to discuss important issues. We're reminded that bullying is never acceptable, aging is inevitable, and family love is everything. More importantly, we are God's children, and He loves each of us!
All of the illustrations are beautiful but this touched me deeply. I'm taken back to holding my grandmother''s hands, and reminded that this is currently representative of the relationship between my 12-year-old granddaughter and me! Oh, the joy that comes from being her grandmother!
The relationship between Grandma May and Lu is especially poignant to me. This sweet book transported me back to days spent with my special Mamaw! Days of joy when we made biscuits in her farmhouse kitchen and sang together while washing dishes. The moments of pride I felt when I wore dresses she made from flowered feed sacks, and my overwhelming sadness when she didn't recover from her illness. I was only twelve when Mamaw passed away, but those memories have never faded!
Author Fay A. Klingler shares an engaging tale of faith, trust, and the power of love and support between generations. I can't say enough good things about I Am Strong! I Am Smart!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. There was no obligation for a review.
Fay A. Klingler, author and illustrator, is an award-winning creative and technical writer, as well as a sought-after motivational speaker for women's groups and radio and television audiences. Her expertise includes successful patterns for life, effective grandparenting, and betrayal recovery.
Fay and her husband, Larry, have twelve children, many grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren in their blended family. They reside in Draper, Utah.
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