I am exactly that. Foreign in my own country, and Alien in this foreign country that I Live.
I have many names.. Mom, wife, daughter, sister, but the name ALIEN pricks my heart.
I am the foreign mom ,who wishes her own mom was close by for comfort, when life doesn’t sail smooth.
I am the foreign mom ,who is lonely even with the virtual closeness of social media.
I am the foreign mom ,who behind the facade of big house, mowed lawn,would give up anything just for a day in her own humble home.
I am the foreign mom ,who smells the earth of her homeland whenever it rains.
I am the foreign mom, who remembers the gushing wind on the face when sitting on a window seat of the train ,while travelling in a comfortable car on a smooth road in this country.
I am the foreign mom who celebrates festivals only on a weekend at a party.
I am the foreign mom who feels sorry for my children that dont know the feel of growing up around their cousins.
I am the foreign mom whose social media profile filled with beautiful landscapes of this foreign country , flips through her old photo albums with a knot in her throat.
I am the foreign mom who fears her children might never fully appreciate their roots ,for all they get to see are the colourful fruits .
I am the foreign mom who is living in this dreamland, dreaming to go back home one day.
Mathangi is a mom of two boys. She is a full time mom living in Cyprus. She enjoys learning new languages , reading and photography. She has recently ventured into blogging on parenting and motherhood. She believes that a happy child makes a happy world and every child deserves to be respected for their choices.
Social skills books are extremely essential for children to grow into high functioning adults. It is paramount to personal development and long term success that we provide our children with all the tools we can. For a well rounded development, we want our children to know that they can use every aspect of their emotional well being in dealing with friends and family.
Below are DETAILS of the social skills books included in this esteemed list.
Can a Cookie Change the World?
By Rhonda Bolling
A true story about a young girl with a big heart who changes the world one cookie at a time. Ages 6-11
Funny Dragons ABC’s
By P.J. Rogers
Wacky Dragons share unique words in this ABC book for kids ages 3 to 5 yrs.
Marie’s Big Adieu
By Tamara Rittershaus
Marie says a “big goodbye” to her best friend and starts over somewhere new.
Recommended for children ages 4 to 8.
The Elephant in the Room: A Lockdown Story
By Alicia Stenard
Circus animals and a fun-loving teacher gently teach lockdown drills to young children.
Ages 3-8
Edithina Hides the Pirate’s Treasure
By Martyn Kenneth
Three wicked pirates who are terrible at hiding their treasure travel the seas to seek out Edithina because of her ability to put things where nobody can find them, unless she draws a map.
Ages 3-8
Thor’s Dreamland Adventures: Ducks N’ Dragons
As Thor drifts off to sleep one night, he arrives in a stunning world where everything is bright and fun. He starts to make friends with some ducks in a nearby pond when all of a sudden, a dragon appears and starts taking the ducks! What is Thor to do??? Ages 5-9
How Our Skin Sparkles – A Growth Mindset Children’s Book for Global Citizens About Acceptance
By Aditi Wardhan Singh
Aarav asks his mom, “Why do I look different than my friends?” This story is about acceptance and the impact of childhood curiosity towards inclusion. Through a mix of science and culture, this story inspires children to be okay with asking questions and be different.
AGES 3 – 8
I’m Basically a Unicorn
By Melanie Hawkins
This rhyming book is a sweet look at unique genetic traits, illnesses, and abilities in children, and celebrates what makes them special and unique. It can open dialogue about others who may look and act a little differently, & can help promote tolerance, inclusion and empathy for all, because we are really not so different after all!
Ages 4-10
Ben’s Adventures: A Day at the Beach
Come along as young Ben imagines a fun day at the beach with his family and friends – all from his wheelchair — showing that ALL Kids can play and dream!
Age 4-8
Childrens Book on Kindness and Manners: “Little Dino Says Please”: A Rhyming Book for Kids About Dinosaur
Meet Donny, a little stegosaurus who has almost no friends due to his rude behavior. But one sunny morning, he meets a magic butterfly who came to teach him the power of the magical word “Please,” and everything around our dino starts changing. His new friends invite him to play together, his sister lends him her skate, and his mother reads him as many books as he wants before he falls asleep.
Can Quilliam Learn to Control His Temper?
A Punk and Friends Book
By Misty Black
Little Quilliam has a BIG problem. Will he learn how to control his temper before someone gets hurt, or will his quills continue to cause chaos? Ages 3-8
The Adventures of Pookie: Mission Fat Hearts
By Rebecca Yee
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Pookie, Thor and their new friend Kisa the Elf spread kindness EVERYWHERE.
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