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In this book, young readers meet Meleah, a girl with high goals and vivid dreams. Meleah wakes, excited for her school's Career Day. As she shares her excitement with her father, her father shares his story about how he found his calling. The story then shows Meleah meeting a doctor, a policeman, and even a fire chief. However, every time Meleah imagines herself as one of those people, her classmates spoil Meleah's daydreaming by pointing out her weaknesses. Meleah weeps, " 'I am not good enough to do anything!'" However, her father comes to the rescue, reminding her that if she works hard enough, she can do whatever she wants to in life.
With its positive messages and colorful illustrations, this book is sure to become a favorite for classroom teachers looking to instill an optimistic mindset in their students. With its emphasis on using one's talents to pursue one's calling, the story encourages young readers to develop self-awareness and a strong work ethic. Parents also find a role model in Meleah's father, who uplifts and encourages his daughter by sharing his own experiences and reminding her, "There is only one you, so embrace your shine because there is nothing else like it in this universe." This positive messaging is sure to impact children for the better. Uniquely, after readers have finished reading Meleah's story, they are then treated to the author's own story, where they find a heartwarming tale that will give them the strength to overcome adversity. This book is sure to encourage young readers long after they've finished it.
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