Description: Thoughts are powerful, and right now Gabe thinks he can't do anything right.
When he tries to flip a pancake onto his mom's breakfast plate, he makes a mess on the floor. When he tries to finish his math homework, he gets stuck and throws his pencil down in a huff. Every mistake he makes or struggle he faces leaves him full of gloom-and-doom thoughts. Is there anyone (or anything) who can show him how to refocus his mind and think about what's right instead of always thinking about what's wrong? Finding the Flipside is a hope-filled story that highlights the power of positive thoughts.Brief description:
Brian Martin, a graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, passionately tells stories through illustration. His award-winning work has been featured in publications across the country. Brian, his wife, and their four children live in Virginia.
Review Quotes: Negative thoughts can be difficult to overcome and, too often, lead to giving up. In Finding the Flipside, kids learn how to search for and find the positive in challenging situations. They even get a much-needed reminder that mistakes are opportunities to learn and grow. This is a great, empowering read filled with incredibly helpful strategies for staying hopeful and optimistic!
- Heather Davidson, K-12 School Counselor