Words matter--we can use them to lift others up or break them down. Do you want your child to discover the powerful impact of their words? Help your child make mindful choices about the way they speak to others and about themselves with this charming narrative. The Power in Words reminds children that they have the ability to choose their words and actions. Through rhyme and thought-provoking illustrations, readers will explore engaging scenes to help them consider the way broken promises, gossip, and unkind words impact others. Children will be inspired to use their voices to create more beauty, love, and peace in their lives. “If we all put in effort to be a bit kinder, our actions will spread and become a reminder, that our words have the power to make someone’s day. We can lift others up with the words that we say!” Confident self-talk will increase your child’s emotional resilience, self-worth, and happiness. Your child’s self-worth will soar as they explore ways their words can spread love and kindness to others. Readers will learn to speak compassionately about themselves and develop confidence with empowering affirmations, or “I am” statements. Written by an elementary school librarian to support the emotional well-being of young readers , The Power in Words will sit comfortably on your shelf alongside other books like: I am Enough by Grace Byers, Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloud, Speak Up by Miranda Paul, and Seeds and Trees by Brandon Walden. ★Additional content includes: Kindness for Others, Affirmations, and Child & Caregiver Discussion Starters. ★Parents and educators: find free downloadable resources to accompany this book at meaghanaxel.com. ★The Power in Words is a wonderful book for the classroom or home-- perfect for boys and girls ages 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10 and Grades PreK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th. "A sweet and simple reminder of the power words can do to help or harm." --Christopher Willard PsyD, author of Alphabreaths "Sweet verses teach children about the importance of what we say to each other and to ourselves. Both timely and relevant, The Power in Words opens the door to teaching this crucial lifelong skill to little ones. This resource is perfect for parents and educators who want to support the teaching of mindful and kind speech." --Wendy O'Leary, Co-Author of Breathing Makes It Better and Mindfulness Educator "The Power in Words : An Empowering Guide to Speaking With Purpose by Meaghan Axel is an insightful, thought-provoking, and uplifting book that will help readers understand the power of words and why choosing the right words is important. The book is also a good tool to train the mind, calm the mind, and treat others with kindness. It is a handy book to introduce children to training the way they think and taming their words, both spoken and written. Words hold great power and must be used carefully. The book is a good reminder to use gentle language so that it will help make someone's day, and focus on the strengths instead of negative thoughts. The author also shares some affirmations which are simple and can be used daily. The Power in Words is a beautiful way to give children wonderful, empowering messages without sounding serious and preachy. Words of love are the best to use when there is any doubt. Michelle Simpson makes Meaghan Axel's words and concept engaging and interesting with her wonderful illustrations. The book is definitely beneficial in personal and school libraries because it can re-read and will guide children properly when it comes to using words with good intention. The Power in Words will help children think positively and become aware of the words they use while speaking and writing. Parents and tutors will find this book helpful when it comes to guiding children to making mindful choices while communicating with others." --Mamta Madhavan, Readers' Favorite Want to make someone's day, but aren't sure what to say? 
 Kindness is the best choice--use the power of your voice! Your words have the power to change the world. Learn how to create more beauty, love, and peace in your life with this delightful book encouraging mindful language. Meaghan is an elementary school librarian who lives on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with her husband and daughter. She loves sharing her love for yoga, meditation, and reading with others.  The Power in Words  is her second book. ​Her debut title,  The Power in Me , encourages readers to use the power of their breath to diminish their fears and anxieties. She hopes her words will empower children.