The Way I Act explores thirteen ways of behaving. The friendly verses and bold illustrations convey many positive ideas of how to act in a variety of situations. In the companion book, The Way I Feel, children learned that feelings come and go and simply are. A little older now, they are ready to think about the ability they have to control how things turn out. Like The Way I Feel, this book is ideal for children with autism.
The Way I Act describes or defines in simplified terms a number of characteristics important for children to develop, qualities like being persistent, cooperative, and responsible. In covering 13 different admirable behaviors, though, the title fails to present a memorable or engaging story, thereby missing out on the incredible power children’s books have to really help kids (or adults) understand and feel inspired. Still, if you need a title to quickly introduce good behaviors, this could be a good fit.
I am the award-winning author of more than 70 picture books, including “Detective Blue” (starred review from School Library Journal), “Pluto Visits Earth” (ABC Best Books for Children), and my upcoming “Yes, I Can Listen!”
I live in New York City with my beautiful wife and talkative cat, Biscuit, who has been immortalized in my latest picture book, “”Princess Kitty.”” My daughter is currently attending college, where she is a Junior. One of my favorite activities is biking around Central Park, where cars are now forbidden.