Something Yellow and Black
By: ,Naomi Nakao, Translated by Miriam Roth illustrations: Ora Ayal
While sitting in the dentist's waiting room, Tali spots something yellow and black poking out of a woman's handbag. In Tali's imagination the "something" is in fact a lion, with whom she sets off on a wondrous adventure. Following the reading, parents are invited to speak candidly with their children about fears and anxiety of the unknown and how to cope with them.
"The lion has roared. Who will not fear?" (Amos 3)
Everyone is afraid at times. Fear plays an important developmental role, ensuring survival and keeping us away from danger. Yet sometimes our fears can be detrimental. Because of fear we may miss out on new experiences and limit our personal growth.
The lion is considered a very scary animal. Using her imagination, Tali turns the "yellow-and-black something" into a friendly lion, demonstrating the power of imagination in overcoming fear. Reading the book with our children and looking at the humorous illustrations that accompany the story may be helpful in furthering candid discussion of fears and concerns, empowering our children, and opening a window into the world of imagination.
Age Group: PRESCHOOL
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Copies Distributed:
110,000
Publishing:
מודן
Year of Distribution:
2013 2012-2013
