Disclosure: I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Today we are sharing a fun, new book with an important message--dream big and have courage and determination to reach for those dreams. The book is The Snail and the Butterfly by Dougie Coop and illustrated by CJ the Kid. I am including a craft round-up to go with the book, and there is a giveaway!!
About the Book
The Snail and the Butterfly Written by Dougie Coop and Illustrated by CJ the KidAges 4+ | 42 Pages | Publisher: Rare Bird Books | ISBN-13: 9781644283653
Publisher’s Book Summary: Have you ever wanted to do something great? Something no one else believed you could do? Well, here is your chance to learn how. Meet a little snail who wanted to fly and an old butterfly who questioned why. Travel with the little snail as he crawls up a mushroom determined to soar from the top. But every time, the same thing makes him stop: fear. Sound familiar?
Filled with inspiration and motivation, this magical conversation between an ambitious snail and a seasoned butterfly encourages us to pursue our dreams regardless of who we are or where we come from.
With words by award-winning author Doug Cooper aka Dougie Coop, and illustrations by acclaimed Australian artist CJ the Kid, the rhythmic verse and playful style remind us all we can achieve the impossible as long as we believe, trust, and persevere.
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About the Author
Author Dougie Coop, or better known under his award-winning literary fiction and thriller pen name Doug Cooper, is the author of the literary novels Outside In, The Investment Club, Focus Lost, and host of the podcast, The Store Next Door. Always searching, he has traveled to over twenty-five countries on five continents, exploring the contradictions between what we believe and how we act in the pursuit of truth, beauty, and love. The Snail And The Butterfly is his first children’s picture book.
For more information, visit https://snailandbutterfly.com/
About the Illustrator:
Artist Christopher Jhureea, known as CJ the Kid in the creative world, has danced in television commercials, films, and theatrical productions from Australia to the United States, including three years in a Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas. Sharing free-flowing imagination and color with the world is how he interprets and answers life’s complex questions and also as a reminder to himself and others that we should always have fun and keep the kid alive in ourselves. The Snail And The Butterfly is his first children’s picture book, too.
For more information, visit https://snailandbutterfly.com/
From Me:
This is such a sweet tale. The old butterfly watches the young snail try to climb the mushroom each day and she watches the snail curl up scared in his shell. Finally, one day she flies down to him and asks where he is trying to go. He asks her about flying and discusses how he would love to fly. With encouragement from the butterfly, the sweet snail gathers his courage and takes flight.
I love that this book has two opposite animals--both small but one who flies quickly and the other who crawls slowly with determination and courage. The message is that if you are determined you can reach your dreams. It is such a fun book with simple illustrations so you can focus on the words and message. I also love that the snail kept trying day after day. He got scared and cried and wanted to yell, but he kept on trying the next day. The butterfly watched him and wondered until she had to talk to him and see what was going on. It is a book about perseverance, dreams and friendship. I hope you will check it out.
Snail and Butterfly Craft Round-Up
To go with the book are crafts to make your own snail and butterfly! I tried to get some different butterfly crafts than my last round-up.
Snail Crafts
1. Peek-a-Boo Snail Craft from Arty Crafty Kids
2. Paper Plate Snail Craft from Taming Little Monsters
3. Spiral Newspaper Snail Craft from A Little Pinch of Perfect
4. Spin Art Snails from Arty Crafty Kids
5. Paper Plate Snail Craft from The Best Ideas for Kids
6. Snail Corner Bookmark Craft from Thinking Kids Blog
7. Button Snail Craft from Buggy and Buddy
8. Button Snail Craft from Mombrite
9. Paper Rosette Snail Craft from Easy Peasy and Fun
10. Shell Snail Craft from Easy Peasy and Fun
12. Sock Snail Craft from Easy Peasy and Fun
13. Needle Felted Snail (for older kids to make)
Butterfly Crafts
1. Heart Butterfly from Buggy and Buddy
2. Butterfly Rice Crispy Treats from Thinking Kids Blog
3. Painted Doily Butterfly Craft from A Little Pinch of Perfect
4. Popsicle Stick Butterflies from Simple Everyday Mom
5. Easy Butterfly Craft from Living Life & Learning
6. Cardboard Butterfly Color Match from Easy Peasy and Fun
7. Colorful Coffee Filter Butterflies from Crafts by Amanda
8. Tissue Paper Butterflies from Little Bins with Little Hands
9. Painted Butterflies with free template from Buggy and Buddy
10. Potato Stamping Butterflies from Little Ladoo
11. Monarch Butterfly Symmetry Painting from Buggy and Buddy
12. Fingerprint Painted Butterfly Pictures from Arty Crafty Kids
13. Rainbow Butterfly Windsock from In the Playroom
14. Paper Bag Butterflies from Simple Everyday Mom
15. Foil Clothespin Butterflies from Crafts by Amanda
16. Recycled Milk Jug Butterflies from A Little Pinch of Perfect
17. Paper Butterfly Craft from Thinking Kids Blog
18. Cardboard Tube Butterflies from Daisies and Pie
19. Toilet Paper Roll Butterflies from The Best Ideas for Kids
20. Paper Plate Butterfly Craft from Taming Little Monsters
Giveaway:
Enter for the chance to win a personalized, signed copy of The Snail and the Butterfly, a Sticker Sheet, and a set of small and large Pins. Good luck!!
One (1) grand prize winner receives:
- A personalized, signed copy of The Snail and the Butterfly
- A Sticker Sheet
- A set of small and large Pins.
Nine (9) winners receive:
- A personalized, signed copy of The Snail and the Butterfly
