Where Beauty Blossoms
Ubuhle and her puppy dog, Uthando, are daydreaming in the sun when they meet a wise butterfly who teaches them the true meaning of beauty. A story that teaches children the meaning of self-love, healthy confidence and the power of positive affirmations.
Included in this book is a mandala to be used as a mindfulness colouring activity for children.
Mindful coloring overrides stressful images, helps relax the thoughts and stimulates creativity.
Mandalas have many uses apart from meditation and relaxation. The colouring of the mandalas is used as a healing tool associated with removing negative thought patterns, and assist with alleviating stress and anxiety.
It allows the creative mind to run free.
CONVERSATION STARTERS
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL: Self-love, Cultivating Inner Beauty, Beauty in Diversity, the subjective nature of Beauty
SPIRITUAL: the Power of Affirmations, the Power of Mindful Silence, Mindful Coloring
CULTURAL: The Wabi Sabi concept of Beauty in Imperfection, Ashanti Adinkra symbols, Ankara fabric, Mandalas
The beautiful illustrations of Where Beauty Blossoms were lovingly created by Karen Ahlschlager (South Africa)
“Ubuhle wears a crown of flowers on her head which symbolises how we, as multidimensional light bearers, have the capacity to create beauty around us as we walk upon the Earth. Our inner beauty, through positive thoughts, feelings and emotions, made visible by each falling flower. This story resonates with me as, like so many children, I struggled through periods of low self esteem. I am deeply grateful to have shared this journey of creating “Where Beauty Blossoms” with Swaady. This book is a true collaboration of creative energies.”
The making of Ubuhle and Uthando by Karen Ahlschlager:
Karen enjoys illustrating in a diverse range of artwork styles, from realistic to styled. She is a PAL (published) member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. SCBWI is the international professional organisation for writers and illustrators of children’s literature.
Age: 3 to 8 * Print ISBN: 978-2-491573-04-1 * Ebook ISBN: 978-2-491573-05-8 * Size: 8.5" x 11" (280mm x 216mm) * Binding: Paperback Perfect bound * Page Count: 28
