Review of Big, Brave Voice

[Mutai Marshal]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Big, Brave Voice" by Emily A. Reed.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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An allergy is a hypersensitive reaction to a substance that can be fatal. In the US alone, 1 in 4 children have an allergy. Most allergens are food-related. Children can develop allergies when they are barely months old. You cannot always be there to protect your child, especially when they reach school-going age. You also cannot control who or what your child interacts with. Therefore, the best person to be on guard would be the child. However, how do you explain allergies to a child at a level they understand? How do you ensure your child remembers foods they are not supposed to take? Best of all, how do you make them understand why there are so many treats at a birthday party, yet they can't have some?

I love children's books. I never pass a chance to read one. My favorite kinds are books that hold so much potential to teach children aspects of life. I thank this author for bringing to light this topic and showing us how to introduce it to our children.

I loved most how the author chose a simple line to help the child stay safe at all times. If a child is allergic to nuts, one can teach the child to ask, "Does this have nuts in it?" This ensures that whoever is handing out the treat becomes aware that the child is allergic. I thought this was brilliant. I also loved the watercolor pictures. As an aspiring painter myself, I loved the illustrations.

There was nothing negative about this book. The title is perfect. The cover is ideal, and the message is well delivered. Children with allergies will feel like heroes after reading this book to them or with them. I recommend it to parents and as a study material in kindergartens.

I rate this book five out of five stars for all the reasons above. The book's editing is top-notch. I also learned how to introduce this topic to my future children, whether they will be allergic or not. It is good to teach them either way. They will understand that some children have special needs and that it is okay.

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Big, Brave Voice
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[patricia MGBEMENA]

This book actually says a lot about food allergies and I like that it would serve as a resource for self awareness, motivation and knowledge for young children.