Poor Calli. She feels like such an outcast in her family. It seems that everyone is a superstar, but she just cant cut it! Shes tried just about everything, and nothing seems to fit. Her parents are determined, though. After all, isnt that what life is all about? Being busy and being important? Calli doesnt think so. She feels such pressure from her parents to find something that will bring her fame and fortune, but she just wants to be ordinary.
This entire story is a gentle reminder to step back and remember that its ok to just be yourself! I could empathize with her frustration as she feels left behind and neglected and struggles to find ways to express herself, but no one is paying any attention. The sweet tone of this discouraged young woman reminds us that many times our talents arent recognized with medals and trophies! We learn that to be a true friend and be loved is worth more than winning a basketball game; that things dont have to be big and important to really make a difference; that its important to be a part of a family, but its ok to be an individual, too. Calli is such a cute girl, and her friends were so funny! Little Noah stole my heart, and I wanted to hug him! Calli Be Gold is a perfect book for those who need a reminder that theyre still great people even if theyre not the star, and for parents to remember to step back and let our kids be kids for just a little while longerleaving room for them to grow and become whomever they choose. 4.5 out of 5 stars!
This entire story is a gentle reminder to step back and remember that its ok to just be yourself! I could empathize with her frustration as she feels left behind and neglected and struggles to find ways to express herself, but no one is paying any attention. The sweet tone of this discouraged young woman reminds us that many times our talents arent recognized with medals and trophies! We learn that to be a true friend and be loved is worth more than winning a basketball game; that things dont have to be big and important to really make a difference; that its important to be a part of a family, but its ok to be an individual, too. Calli is such a cute girl, and her friends were so funny! Little Noah stole my heart, and I wanted to hug him! Calli Be Gold is a perfect book for those who need a reminder that theyre still great people even if theyre not the star, and for parents to remember to step back and let our kids be kids for just a little while longerleaving room for them to grow and become whomever they choose. 4.5 out of 5 stars!
