This is a wonderful book about liking who you are and what you look like no matter what everyone else might think of you. I like myself by karen beaumont illustrations by david catrow you can purchase this book here. Oct 12, 2015 read students the story i like myself. Activity pages to go along with the book i like myself by karen beaumont. Ask the class to share examples of practicing selfesteem. At once silly and serious, karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the heart. Get ebooks i like myself on pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi and audiobook for free. Beaumonts rhyming text describes a confident, joyful, and silly child who appreciates everything about herself. Karen beaumont and the wonderful illustrator, david catrow, have centered this book around an adorable, spunky, fearless and imaginative africanamerican girl. At once silly and serious, karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful. There are more than 1 million books that have been enjoyed by people from all over the world. Mar 27, 2017 i like myself by karen beaumont, illustrated by david catrow. At once silly and serious, karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulfuland straight from the heart.
I love myself has evolved from her personal learnings and her victory over the negative mindset. A new favorite author of mine, as well as my kindergarten through fifth grade students. The sturdy board book is just right for little hands. View and print the student activity sheet pdf about the book this is a delightfully illustrated rhyming book in which the main character knows she is different and special and thats what makes her so wonderful. In rhyming text, a little girl expresses confidence and joy in her uniqueness, no matter her outward appearance. Karen beaumont is known for her lively and celebratory picture books, including i like myself. This little girl knows that being proud of being you is the most important thing to remember. So what heres a little girl who knows what really matters. You can also create your own word search, criss cross or memory match puzzle using our puzzle maker tool. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. This preschool stem activity is inspired by the book, i like myself written by karen beaumont.
Houghton mifflin harcourt, boston, massachusetts, 2004. I like myself by karen beaumont the picture book teacher. I like myself writing i like myself book, book activities. Children will love this book for its catchy rhyming and beautiful, colorful illustrations. This freebie was created to use after reading the book i like myself by karen beaumont. See all books authored by karen beaumont, including i like myself. Karen beaumont is the author of many childrens books, including i aint gonna paint no more. Karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful. I like myself by karen beaumont the picture book teachers. High on energy and imagination, this ode to selfesteem encourages. Not only does it features a fun and funny rhyming pattern to the written word, but splashy, bright illustrations accompany each passage to help solidify the message. If you would like more information about this book and many others visit my blog the picture book teachers edition.
The students will surely want to read this story again and again. Karen beaumont is a published author of childrens books. About the book this is a delightfully illustrated rhyming book in which the main character knows she is different and special and thats what makes her so wonderful. Karen beaumont is the author of many popular picture books, including the new york times bestseller i aint gonna paint no more.
I like myself is the story of an exuberant and imaginative little girl and her dog. It is a fun story about a little girl who likes herself and everything that makes her special and unique. Dini dinosaur sure knows how to get dirty, but getting clean is another story. This download includes a printable readers theater script for the picture book, i like myself by karen beaumont. About karen beaumont karen beaumont is known for her lively and celebratory picture books, including i like myself.
I like myself childrens book read aloud by books with. Although im a black college aged woman, the book is one i wish i would have had access to as a developing child to aid with my self esteem in a school full of people that looked differently and were culturally different than me. At once silly and serious, karen beaumonts joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the heart. This book addresses the trend of selfesteem with humor and balance without being preachy or promoting egotism. Editions for i like myself 01520206 hardcover published in 2004, 0439799058 paperback published in 2005, 0544641019 board book published in 2016.
This book is intended for children of preschool ages, but can certainly be appreciated by people of all ages. This would be a wonderful read aloud and activity to do at the beginning of the year while establishing a culture of kindness. Wanda gag read aloud book award winner, 2005 is a childrens book that displays a little girl who likes herself, just as she is, for things that would be considered unconventional wild hair and beaver teeth. Karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the. An african american girl energetically celebrates her uniqueness. This packet can be made into booklets, or the pages can be handed out individually. This book offers so many great character lessons, it is definitely a must have for any library. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. The girl states in first person narration that she likes herself in a variety of ways and circumstances. At once silly and serious, karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows pdf wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulfuland straight from the heart. Explain that when we feel good about ourselves and say kind words about ourselves, this builds selfesteem.
I have created an i like myself writing activity to go along with the book, but there is so much more you can do. This book is a perfect tiein to the all about me preschool learning theme. I like myself by karen beaumont a book about self esteem. Karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulfuland straight from the heart.
At once silly and serious, karen beaumonts joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulfuland. More importantly, and most entertaining, is the way she describes how much she would like herself if she were to turn into a horned and spiked monster. Write selfesteem and the definition confidence in ones own worth or abilities. She tells every aspect of herself and why she likes it. At once silly and serious, karen beaumonts joyous rhyming text and david catrows pdf wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulfuland straight from the heart. The rhymes can be goofy id still like me with fleas or warts, or with a silly. We offer many activity ideas for supporting books of this type here. Visit her website at david catrow is an editorial cartoonist and the illustrator of more than seventy books for children. Students will listen to and discuss the story, as well as complete a project.
Message this book gives for all of us to self to have self acceptance and love one another and be kind. I like myself by karen beaumont illustrated by david catrow. Karen beaumont books list of books by author karen beaumont. Aug 15, 2009 again, i want to credit these words to the lovely and talented karen beaumont who hopefully wont freak out to have her content copied in such a manner i like myself. Exuberant rhymes and wild illustrations celebrate selfacceptance.
David catrow is the illustrator of more than seventy books for children, including the new york times bestseller i aint gonna paint no more. Always update books hourly, if not looking, search in the book search column. David catrow in rhyming text, a little girl expresses confidence and joy in her uniqueness, no matter her outward appearance. The rhymes can be goofy i d still like me with fleas or warts, or with a silly. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. I bought this book for myself months ago and for my best friend last week. Again, i want to credit these words to the lovely and talented karen beaumont who hopefully wont freak out to have her content copied in such a manner i like myself. Karen beaumont is known for her lively and celebratory picture books, including the new york times bestseller i aint gonna paint no more. Karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows wild illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful, and straight from the heart. High on energy and imagination, this ode to selfesteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselvesinside and out. She even says if she was different she would still like her self. The pictures and words will make each reader smile and feel good about being an individual. Aug 23, 2010 karen beaumont is known for her lively and celebratory picture books, including i like myself. I like myself is a book about this girl explaining why she likes herself.
Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Karen beaumont is the author of many books for children, including the new york times bestseller i aint gonna paint no more theodor seuss geisel honor book louella mae, shes run away and who ate all the cookie dough. At once silly and serious, karen beaumont s joyous rhyming text and david catrows. This beautifully designed book tells the story of a little girl named sophie, who learns that its okay to be angry. This book is written with rhyming, repetitive text which makes this a perfect readers theater to do with younger students k1. Pass out a sheet of white paper and crayons or colored pencils to each student. It aims to remind you that your life is a gift and every moment of your life holds something special.