I Believe in Me

I Believe in Me: A Book of Affirmations was written and illustrated by, Connie Bowen in 2007. The book is wonderful for preschool and up. This is an inspirational book of affirmations for children to enjoy. The drawing are captivating. The illustrations speak for themselves in a playful, but beautiful way. The illustrations are intriguing. The colors that the author/illustrator used are a mixture of both warm and cool colors. The drawings are gentle and appears as though the illustrator used a combination of pencil and ink. I Believe in Me is full of inspirational statements like, “I love and care for myself”, and “I am whole and perfect just the way I am” (Bowen).

 

This inspiring book will help to uplift the spirits of the young and old. I Believe in Me can be used as a great tool to increase the self-esteem of children. There is one positive message on each page that will help to build the confidence of our youth. This book of affirmations is so inspiring that it can stay in the minds of children for the rest of their lives. Teachers can use this book to help to build the confidence in students. This books teaches the message that children can do anything that they put their minds to.

 

Discussion Questions: 

Who/What inspires you?

What does it mean to love yourself?

What do you value in life?

What was your favorite affirmation in the book?

List five positive statements about someone you know.

 

Inspirational Activity (Self Image):

Letter to Self

Have each student address an envelope and write a letter to him/herself reflecting on their current situation and where they hope to be in six weeks, six months, or a year. Instructor should give the letters to the students at the end of the agreed upon time.

 

Other Works of the Author: 

I Turn to the Light: A Book of Healing Affirmations

The Sunbeam and the Wave

Yo Creo en Mi

 

Resources: 

Bowen, Connie. (2007). I Believe in Me: A Book of Affirmations. Unity; Wee Wisdom Book.