Dive into the heartwarming story of The Dad Who Didn't Know, a charming bedtime tale crafted to teach children and parents the beauty of embracing uncertainty and finding peace in not knowing everything. Perfect for children ages 3 to 8, this story fosters open dialogue and strengthens family bonds through love and understanding.
Join the adventures of a caring dad who feels overwhelmed by the pressure of having to know it all. Despite his best efforts, he struggles with his own uncertainties. With the gentle support of his loving family, he learns to appreciate the power of vulnerability and the joy of discovering answers together.
How "The Dad Who Didn't Know" Helps You Support Your Children:
Emotional Growth: The story encourages discussions about vulnerability, helping children understand that it’s okay to admit when they don’t have all the answers. Mindfulness and Relaxation: Engage in the Snuggle Breathing Meditation to create a calming bedtime routine, promoting relaxation and mindfulness. Family Connection: By reading this story, families create precious moments of connection, opening pathways for meaningful conversations. Learning Together: The narrative empowers children by showing that they can support their parents with love and authenticity, fostering mutual growth and understanding. Executive Function: Reading this story together helps your kids develop the executive function skills of metacognition, prioritization and attention.
Key Features:
Snuggle Breathing Meditation: Start your story time with a calming breathing exercise that fosters connection and relaxation. Engaging Characters: The relatable characters and their journey will inspire your child, teaching them valuable life lessons. Reflective Activity Pages: Use these pages to engage in meaningful discussions, reinforcing the story's core messages and enhancing your connection.
Bundle Information:
"The Dad Who Didn't Know" is part of The Love & Relationships Bundle, designed to help children overcome feelings of rejection and loneliness by recognizing the love and support that surrounds them.
Praise for "The Dad Who Didn't Know":
“Wow, what a relief for dads to realize that they don’t have to know! How empowering it must be for children to know that they can help dad by just being themselves! The power in this book comes from Dad and child reading together, sparking the conversation that leads to deeper connection.” — Steven Odiorne, Father and Co-Leader of The Mankind Project
“A beautifully conceived and written story. The illustrations are a delight to look at - easy on the eye and very soothing. The characters are cute and have an optimism and inquisitiveness which encourages you to read further and explore the message.” — Eva Shore, London
Bought 2 books for my 2 grandchildren 3 and 5
Beautifully written and illustrated
In the increasingly insular and disconnected world they’re growing up in it’s a refreshing change and has prompted some in depth conversations
Very impressed, as I am with many of the conscious stories I’ve bought, particularly the ones dealing with fear and anxiety
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Uta R Weiland
Not like the first ones
I have to say I did like the two “hugs” books better but the verdict is still out how my granddaughters will like it!
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Denise A Archer
A gift to the world
I could not possibly imagine tje mind of some giving less than glowing 5 stars. Not the least of which is naming and rendering just perfect names for difficult feelings like “sticky feelings” for children and parents. Deep connection with even pre-readers. They get it! Thank you, Andrew
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Denise A Archer
Little brain people
Real words. Real feelings. Engaging narrative. My 3.5 month son pre-reading is reciting Andrews narratives every book word for word, and teaching his classmates breathing. Buy every book. All ages engage and learn and talk about. Narrative and illustrations entirely connected.. ordered 9 including Little Brain People, Will omelets set and order another for his school.
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Brenda D Solly
Circles are never ending.
I purchased the book: We are Circle People for my youngest two grandsons, ages 5 and 7, the youngest of 15 of my grands. Many years ago , my youngest daughter made me a clay model of 7 people in a circle and a candle holder in the middle , representing my 7 children and the light a family gives to each other and the Universe. The book is perfect to go with the clay family and to teach her children the importance of connection and belonging in the modern day village . Hillary Clinton once said " It takes a village to raise one child" . I had a 50 acre farm and a 14 room home that was full of many children who came through my 7 children and had love, food and acceptance. God Bless.
... while fostering deeper connection with your children.
Meet The Author
My name is Andrew Newman. I love all things creative and spiritual - especially kids! I've written books that help families connect at the end of those hectic days filled with growing, loving, and learning. I have trained and worked in healing and community building for many years which is demonstrated in the amount of detail and attention I've given to the impact of each book. These stories come to me in moments of clear sight and understanding. They feel like a gift to me, and I hope to pass that on to you and yours. Welcome to Conscious Stories - I hope it blesses your family!
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Each bedtime story guides you through snuggle-break meditation, a mindful journey, and a conscious conversation.
