One of the most impacting tools that can be used by teachers and parents are books. Children books cover many morals and developmental stages that children will encounter and will need help understanding. My personal favorite children's book is "Hello, My Name Is Ruby" written by Philip C. Stead. This book is based on the concept of friendship and demonstrates the difficulties in finding the right group of friends. The small bird Ruby introduces herself to every new face she sees, some correspond in a very nice way and others totally deny her of their friendship. In one occasion she flies with a flock of birds where she clearly does not fit in and ends up searching for a new group of friends. Lastly she encounters a large bird with resemblance to an ostrich that takes her to the perfect place where Ruby meets birds that are just like her, where she is welcomed and loved.
When searching for friends, many children will come across disappointments and mean responses from other children. Most of the time, like Ruby, children will find that they don't fit in with a certain group, whether it be because of their age, size, or color. The most important thing to know and value is the fact that there is always that perfect match, someone will always be your unconditional friend and will share many, if not all, similar interests.
"Hello, My Name Is Ruby" is a great book for children to read at an early age simply because it creates a connection between Ruby and the reader. Ruby, the bird, will give children hope and faith needed to find the perfect match.
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