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6 tips to help kids tackle phobias (from the book ‘Slays the fear monster’)
What is a phobia? Fear is a normal reaction to a threat while a phobia leads to a fear response even when you're not in danger. In general, Fear is characterized by mild to moderate (sometimes reasonably high) anxiety while phobia is distinguished by a very high anxiety level. Is it common? According to Rochester Medical Center, ‘All children have fears at some point in their life.’ When untreated, phobias can become a lifelong issue. So treatment is important. What can we do to help kids tackle them? The URMC Encyclopaedia says that kids may need Individual or cognitive behavioural therapy as well as Family therapy. Parents play a vital role in any treatment process. You can start early by addressing this topic through BOOKS. Zooboo’s personalized story book ‘Slays the fear monster’ is a great first step in helping kids understand their phobias. Authored by renowned clinical psychologist, Dr. Nisha Vidyasagar – this book beautifully shows us 6 handy tips to tackle fears in kids with engaging illustrations. Discover 6 tips shared in this book: #1 Talk to someone Kids should be encouraged to talk to someone they trust like parents, grandparents, siblings and first family. No matter how small or irrational their fear might seem, as parents we must not ridicule them. Acknowledge their anxiety and be there for them as they try to cope. #2 Positive affirmations Repeating positive affirmations like “I am strong, I am capable, I am brave etc.” and other such phrases pertaining to their particular phobia helps. It makes kids feel confident and they are mentally better placed when faced by the said fear. #3 Deep breaths A great calming technique (even for adults!) is concentrating on your breath. This book talks about a simple technique for kids. They try to imagine a flower on their palm and try to take in its fragrance by breathing deeply and slowly. #4 Draw & tear up your fear Dr. Nisha says that kids can try to draw their fear on paper. Followed by tearing it up and throwing it away. This symbolic act can help little kids towards mental confidence of overpowering their fear. #5 Hugs help too Simple touch of hand or a hug can help your child feel momentarily safe and secure. It soothes their mind and they feel self-assured #6 Trial & error Whatever course of treatment you take – whether it’s cognitive therapy, family therapy, just talking to your child, letting them draw it out or repeating affirmations – a trial of facing their fear and trying to cope with it will help. They can practically apply these tricks (in your presence) and feel more confident. Eventually, a trial and error method helps them put their learning to test. Deep breathing helps kids calm down Fears and phobias are common in all kids They can be real fears or imaginary like 'monster under the bed' Hugging helps kids feel self assured & safe We hope that these tips were helpful to you. If you’re looking for a personalized book like 'Slays the fear monster' for your kids, or want to gift one to someone you know – head to the website and personalize this book right away! Personalize the cover + story with your kids name Pick from girl/boy character as well ORDER THE BOOK HERE
3 steps to inspire & equip your child to dream BIG
“Sooner or later the man who wins, is the man who thinks he can.” — Napoleon Hill https://zooboostory.com/book/what-will-you-be-when-you-grow-up If you think any dream is too big for your child, you are limiting their future before they have even begun to develop the wings to fly. Right now, the slate is blank and the world is their horizon. Encourage and empower your kids to have whatever goals they would like out of their life. When your child shares his/her dreams with you, you realise just how much of a responsibility you have to empower them and encourage them. No matter the age of your child, this conversation is bound to come up where they share what they want to be when they grow up. Research shows that it is important to not laugh or make light of such conversations. This can have a huge impact on children’s confidence, imagination and creativity. In the current uncertain times like these, it’s more important than ever for parents to talk to their kids about the future and help them envision their future success. Whether that means discussing career options, higher education, or what the world might look like when they’re ready to fly the nest – the key is setting bigger goals along with smaller steps to get there. Discover 3 simple steps to inspire and empower your child to dream big! https://zooboostory.com/book/what-will-you-be-when-you-grow-up #1 Start early. Right from an early age, expose your kids to different types of career men and women. This can be as simple as reading books on professions (like the new Zooboo book called ‘What will you be when you grow up?), and as detailed as taking them to career fairs. Expose them to the stories of those great men and women who have achieved their goals like: Bachendri Pal - The first Indian woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest Neil Armstrong - The first human to walk on the moon Barack Obama - First African-American President of the USA Indra Nooyi - Former CEO of PepsiCo https://zooboostory.com/book/what-will-you-be-when-you-grow-up #2 Write it down, act it out If your child shares their dreams with you, no matter how small, silly or childish they may seem to you- do not stop them. This is the first step towards their journey. Help them write it down. You can even create a game of ‘act it out’. Write down different professions – conventional as well as unconventional. Let them pick out a card and act out that profession for you to guess. #3 Equip your child with tools to succeed Encourage them to explore their strengths. Whether they enjoy sports, art, music, cooking, maths, science, reading, or writing – let them engage in whatever their interest lies in. Help them draw up a timetable and practise their hobbies. Teach them the value of resilience. And most importantly, this is the right age to coach them on the importance of hard work, perseverance and dedication. Start early by personalizing their first book full of dreams of the future! Explore 10 professions namely Astronaut, Singer, Vet, Sportsperson, Journalist, Mountaineer, Scientist, Chef, Librarian & Teacher. What will you be when you grow up? Order it here! Introduce your children to different professions Start early with simple books like Zooboo's 'What will you be when you grow up?' book Nothing is impossible if you encourage your kids dreams Order this book in your kids name here https://zooboostory.com/book/what-will-you-be-when-you-grow-up Customize it for your child at Rs. 99 today! Use code STORY
8 Reasons why Zooboo's personalized storybooks are the BEST return gift for parties!
If you are looking for gifts for a birthday boy/girl or return gifts for kids birthday parties then look no further! Zooboo’s personalized storybooks are the best gift for all kids aged 0-9! No need to rush to the market or browse countless websites. Simple log on to www.zooboostory.com. Pick from 12 different books as per the age & interest of the kids. Apply your discount code at checkout, save money & enjoy! Explore 8 reasons why these books are the ideal return gift for kid's parties! #1 Personalized for each child with their name & character (boy/girl) This gift will be so unique there is no other like it in the world! Customize it with the child’s name on the cover and throughout the story! #2 Your child is the HERO of the storybook Since the story is all about them with their name as the main character – they are literally the HERO of their own storybook! #3 Kids of different ages? We have books for 0-9 year olds! There are books for newborn babies right up till 9 year olds. You can preview the entire book before buying. So be sure to judge the reading levels and take your pick! #4 It’s a child-approved educational gift! 1000’s of kids & parents across India have read, gifted, received & loved their Zooboo storybooks. Kids love their name in it & parents love the concepts, new vocab etc. in the books. There are over 20 concepts weaved into gripping storylines & beautiful illustrations! #5 Books to suit all budgets To opt for cost-effective gifts, pick the softcover versions of our books. For a premium quality go for the hardcover. You can pick and choose as per your budget! Read about all 4 variants here. 5.5" Softcover 5.5" hardcover 8" hardcover #6 We will ship it anywhere in India! In case of virtual parties or out station gifts or just for ease of ordering, you should know that we ship to 10,000's of pincodes in India! #7 Add a gift wrap & a personal note card Make your gift extra special. Add a designer giftwrap & personal note to brighten up a little one’s day! #8 We offer special bulk discounts For bulk orders do write to us at customerservice@zoomin.com and we can work out a special discount for you! What are you waiting for!? Order your books at www.zooboostory.com and make your kids party a huge success!
A peek inside 4 NEW Zooboo books!
We, just like YOU, love everything that has to do with books, reading, concepts, bright illustrations & personalization. And after months of hardwork, research, testing & trials we are proud to announce the addition of FOUR new books to the world of Zooboo! Just like the first 6 titles, these new books are packed with fun, excitement & a ton of learning concepts. You can personalize them by adding your child’s name on the cover page and throughout the story. You can also pick the character of the protagonist (girl/boy). To read more about the first 6 books, head over to Article 1 & Article 2! We are so excited for your kids to enjoy these amazing new books, that we put together a short summary for each of them, just for YOU! 1. What shape would you be? About: What if you could be any shape that you wished for? This fun-filled book is an exciting way to introduce your child to the world of shapes! With every page your little one will learn a new shape in a totally unique way. Don’t miss this book filled with quirky illustrations. Ages: 0-3 years Key learnings: This book focuses on shapes, imaginative play, colours and action words. The story wraps up with a sweet message of self-appreciation & loving ourselves just as we are! 2. Is your cat in the Zoo? About: This book will make your child fall in love with the animal kingdom as he/she searches for their lost pet cat in the Zoo. With a cute rhyme scheme and eye-catchy graphics, this one might just become your child’s favourite animal book! Enjoy a walk through the Zoo and learn about different animal sounds with this one. Ages: 0-3 years Key learnings: This book will introduce your child to different animals in the zoo, animal sounds, rhyming words & rhyme-schemes. You can also talk to them about the responsibility of owning a pet & about pet care. 3. A Surprise for About: A day spent with daddy dearest while enjoying the excitement of a fun fair, that’s what this entertaining book is all about! Watch your kid grin as they experience the thrill of ridding on a roller coaster and the joy of playing carnival games through this engaging book. Filled with bright and colourful illustrations, your child NOT be able to put this one down. Ages: 4-8 years Key learnings: This book focuses on a host of opposites, descriptive words, adjectives and ofcourse father & child’s special bond. 4. Lost Smile About: This fantasy tale will take your child on an exciting adventure in an enchanted forest! In the quest for their lost smile, they will meet magical creatures and explore the woods together. This one will mesmerize your child with its delightful illustrations, unique characters & engaging storyline. Ages: 4-8 years Key learnings: Your child will be able to enhance their language skills, learn new words & augment their imagination & social skills with this book. It is also a good way to teach your kids about dealing with disappointment and becoming self-reliant. Head over to www.zooboostory.com to explore these super exciting 4 new books today! Personalize them & gift them to any 0-8 year old & watch their eyes shine as they read their name in it. All our 10+ books are the perfect keepsakes, educational gifts and apt additions to any kiddos library. Personalize them now!
