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A New Alphabet for Humanity is a book of heart based values that inspires children to be compassionate, kind and loving to people and the planet.
This book contains 26 empowering alphabet lessons that are designed to nurture social and emotional intelligence, activate the potential of our children and create a bright future for humanity. This beautifully illustrated book teaches children how to embody the values and qualities we all desire to live by.
It’s the most inspiring alphabet on the planet!
A New Alphabet for Humanity is an important book for a new generation of children (and adults alike) which exemplifies the concepts of compassion, empathy, kindness, diversity, gratitude, mindfulness and respect for the earth.
Recommended by parents and teachers, this book sparks meaningful conversations with children and expands their emotional vocabulary.
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♥ DEVELOPS EMPATHY AND SOCIAL SKILLS: Helps nurture your child's social and emotional intelligence. Children learn about the values and qualities we all desire to live by, including empathy, compassion, diversity, bravery, self-love, respect for the earth and much more.
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