The Huckabirds Learn about Self-Worth

Book excerpt: The foundation of a child’s sense of self worth is built during the early years of life. As parents and caretakers, our investments in this early developing sense of worth will be potentially the most enduring gift we may give to a child – or, sadly, the greatest setback. The Huckabirds Learn About Self-Worth is a collection of stories in which the first children’s story centers around twin sisters – Clara and Chloe Huckabird – who learn to set jealousy aside and celebrate the unique abilities they each have. The second story is about Henry Huckabird. When he compares himself to other birds, it doesn’t make him happy. But when he learns to celebrate the success of others, he finds it helps his own feelings of self-worth. Collectively, the young Huckabirds all learn that giving encouragement and praise grows more encouragement and praise. There is always more than enough when shared and everyone is built up. Told from a Christian perspective, the book includes a section of practical instructions for family and caregivers to help young children talk about and build a strong and powerful foundation of core Christian principles for their sense of self-worth that will last a lifetime.