Lolly the Lobster gets swept up in a storm and is stuck in the woods, not knowing what to do. She is brave enough to continue to ask for help from the forest animals, after being shunned by several because she doesn't belong. She finally finds some friends that are compassionate and they help her find her way home back to her family and the sea. Lolly's adventure is a tale of whimsy meant to foster kindness, compassion, and understanding that is OK to be different. Through Lolly's eyes, readers explore the importance of approaching others with an open heart and mind. As Lolly navigates the challenges of feeling left out and finding friendship in an unlikely place, the story becomes a beacon of hope, reminding us that connecting with those that are different than us can truly make the world kinder and better.
Have you ever felt left out? Have you ever felt like you don't belong?
Recommended by teachers and therapists! A fun tale that helps your little one learn the importance of empathy and understanding others. Learning this important skill leads to happier children that have a greater ability to make friends, more posivitely resolve conflicts, and in adult words, develop a higher EQ (emotional quotient). As a parent or caregiver, instilling open-mindedness for others is one of our hardest jobs. Fun and colorful illustrations set the stage to deliver an interactive story that parents and caregivers can use to learn new vocabulary, have fun with silly voices, all while teaching how to have understanding for others that may be different. A guide for adults at the end of the book. Written in collaboration with a leading therapist, the book offers helpful suggestions, tips, and ways to have a conversation with your children about feeling left out or some of the reasons people behave the way they do when causing others to feel left out. Sample Reviews: "Lolly the Left Out Lobster" is intended for children of all ages. We recommend it to therapists (play therapy), parents, teachers, and anyone who works with children.
"As a preschool teacher I feel this story is the perfect way to introduce empathy by showing how Lolly was initially not accepted or helped until she eventually finds a loving crew of pups who see past Lolly's unusual features."
"What truly sets this book apart is its focus on empathy. Through adorable animal characters, children learn to see things from another's perspective. The book doesn't just explain emotions; it shows child