Review of The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life
Posted: 05 Nov 2024, 03:28
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life" by David m Williams.]
The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life by David M. Williams is a unique self-awareness book especially meant for young adult readers. It is designed as an interactive journal that encourages the readers to pen down their thoughts and document their growth in their journal log, making them the protagonists of their own stories. This book's basis is curiosity, which aims to ignite the innate curiosity within us to navigate our life journey successfully. The author, a proud grandfather, shares valuable life lessons that he learned throughout his experiences.
First, readers should begin by reading the introduction and then select an interesting topic from the table of contents that resonates with them. The topics are not required to be read in order. There is a topic for every letter of the alphabet, and each topic has a journal log where readers can jot down their thoughts. The author also provides an example of a journal log. I liked how the author refers to the written contributions of the reader as the "best half-book." Additionally, the book contains links and QR codes that offer extra information related to each topic.
I loved the book title; it was the first thing that caught my attention. I also liked the font. The dedication section was unique. I loved the parts about Rebound, the World Wide Web, Savings, Teams, and Vigor. The Z part about the cost of respect resonated with me; it reflects what I often teach my kids. The quotes in the provided links struck a chord with me. I appreciated the author's statement: "A goal without a plan is a wish." Also, I loved the quote by Warren Buffet cited by the author: “Do not save what is left after spending; rather, spend what is left after saving.”
Many links require us to sign up, which the author mentions at the beginning. While reading the book, I noted some shortcomings. I found the book to be quite concise. The chapter on discovery could have been explained more clearly. Some chapters, like the one on health, were too brief to make a significant impact on readers. Additionally, topics such as faith and integrity were vague, and I found writing journals for those topics difficult. It would be beneficial to include more examples of journal logs. Alternatively, the author could pose questions to prompt readers to think critically and write their responses. This approach would provide readers with a starting point, preventing confusion about what to include in their logs. Also, including a comical touch here and there would keep the young readers engaged. That is my personal opinion. The introduction to the book was written well, but I found the first half somewhat confusing. In contrast, the latter part was better crafted. While linked videos and articles were enjoyable, I found some of the links requiring sign-ups distracting. I also noted a few errors while reading. For these reasons, I rate the book 4 out of 5 stars.
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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life
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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life by David M. Williams is a unique self-awareness book especially meant for young adult readers. It is designed as an interactive journal that encourages the readers to pen down their thoughts and document their growth in their journal log, making them the protagonists of their own stories. This book's basis is curiosity, which aims to ignite the innate curiosity within us to navigate our life journey successfully. The author, a proud grandfather, shares valuable life lessons that he learned throughout his experiences.
First, readers should begin by reading the introduction and then select an interesting topic from the table of contents that resonates with them. The topics are not required to be read in order. There is a topic for every letter of the alphabet, and each topic has a journal log where readers can jot down their thoughts. The author also provides an example of a journal log. I liked how the author refers to the written contributions of the reader as the "best half-book." Additionally, the book contains links and QR codes that offer extra information related to each topic.
I loved the book title; it was the first thing that caught my attention. I also liked the font. The dedication section was unique. I loved the parts about Rebound, the World Wide Web, Savings, Teams, and Vigor. The Z part about the cost of respect resonated with me; it reflects what I often teach my kids. The quotes in the provided links struck a chord with me. I appreciated the author's statement: "A goal without a plan is a wish." Also, I loved the quote by Warren Buffet cited by the author: “Do not save what is left after spending; rather, spend what is left after saving.”
Many links require us to sign up, which the author mentions at the beginning. While reading the book, I noted some shortcomings. I found the book to be quite concise. The chapter on discovery could have been explained more clearly. Some chapters, like the one on health, were too brief to make a significant impact on readers. Additionally, topics such as faith and integrity were vague, and I found writing journals for those topics difficult. It would be beneficial to include more examples of journal logs. Alternatively, the author could pose questions to prompt readers to think critically and write their responses. This approach would provide readers with a starting point, preventing confusion about what to include in their logs. Also, including a comical touch here and there would keep the young readers engaged. That is my personal opinion. The introduction to the book was written well, but I found the first half somewhat confusing. In contrast, the latter part was better crafted. While linked videos and articles were enjoyable, I found some of the links requiring sign-ups distracting. I also noted a few errors while reading. For these reasons, I rate the book 4 out of 5 stars.
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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon