The Away Cast

Kelly Anne Manuel

Description

"The Away Cast" was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Book Nine of Kelly Anne Manuel's Childhood Classics. The Child who reads this book will be entertained and encouraged to call upon Bravery and Bolder while considering joining any cast that awakens their interest.
"The Away Cast" was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Book Nine of Kelly Anne Manuel's Childhood Classics. In this story the Child is invited on a journey where the narrator must find courage to take on a new challenge. The Animal Kingdom characters of Bravery and Bolder are called in to assist and model strength for the Child.
"The Away Cast” plays on the meanings of the word "cast." It is used as term for the cast of a play and also as a to examine the idea of the fear related to being "cast out." The story unfolds with the narrator auditioning for a play even though it creates some anxiety and discomfort. The message is that trying new things, even if there is discomfort, can be beneficial in a myriad of ways. The challenge itself is becoming part of a courage cast, so being "cast out" is irrelevant.
The simple words take on new meaning as the illustrations pair perfectly with their presentation. The story is supported with scenes from the Animal Kingdom that will spark both imagination and courage to try new things. The Child will be ignited with dreamy possibilities as all manner of images leap off the pages.
Children are naturally drawn to stories of journey and adventure. This story provides both. The depth of the message is measured by where the Child is on their own growth journey so it is always age appropriate. The author hopes it will serve as a launch pad for discussions about courage, determination, bravery, and relying on oneself for a barometer of inclusiveness.
It is in Early Childhood that futures are being constructed. "The Away Cast" is a tool in a Caregiver's toolbox to assist with that healthy formation. The idea that being uncomfortable while tackling new and different experiences is normalized. Since it is common the author feels it is important to address in Children's Literature. The Child who reads this book will be entertained and encouraged to call upon Bravery and Bolder while considering joining any cast that awakens their interest.

Sujets

• Fiction Jeunesse
• Courage
• Détermination
• Animals
• Anxiety
• Fear
• Boldness
• Determination
• Juvenilee Fiction

Informations

• Publié par: Balboa Press
• Date de parution: 22 août 2022
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9798765232545
• Langue: English

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ISBN: 979-8-7652-3253-8 (sc)
ISBN: 979-8-7652-3254-5 (e)



Balboa Press rev. date: 08/15/2022
Dear Ryan Michael,

Your courage has always been

and will always be

my greatest inspiration.

Love, Mom