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Tadeo Turtle
Tadeo (TAHD-ay-OH) Turtle longs to be different. Through an adventure find out how Tadeo learns to accept how God created him.
About the Author: During retirement, Janis (a retired elementary schoolteacher) has learned to love writing and painting.
She also has an Extended Activities Book available on Amazon.
About the Author: During retirement, Janis (a retired elementary schoolteacher) has learned to love writing and painting.
She also has an Extended Activities Book available on Amazon.
28 pages, Paperback
First published October 9, 2012
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April 7, 2016
What I liked about the book: the nice watercolor paintings of the various animals. It opens with Scripture and gives God credit for making animals. I liked the craft ideas and the links for more information.
Apart from that, the story concept has been done hundreds of times in hundreds of other children's books, so it didn't really break new ground. I would like to see Christian authors breaking out of the mold and coming up with original ideas.
The rhyme scheme does not always scan correctly and the author uses non-rhyming words as rhyming words: stone/home; trees/leaves; that/back.
Therefore, I thought it was a good book, but not a great book.
Apart from that, the story concept has been done hundreds of times in hundreds of other children's books, so it didn't really break new ground. I would like to see Christian authors breaking out of the mold and coming up with original ideas.
The rhyme scheme does not always scan correctly and the author uses non-rhyming words as rhyming words: stone/home; trees/leaves; that/back.
Therefore, I thought it was a good book, but not a great book.
March 7, 2017
Tadeo (TAD-ay-OH) Turtle loves who he is—until he starts comparing himself to others. Suddenly his beautiful shell feels like it's holding him back. Without it, he'd be faster, leaner, more agile.
One night he dreams of life without his shell. Freedom! Or is it? When a hungry cat spies him, he's not so sure he likes being unprotected.
Tadeo Turtle invites children to think about how they're different from their friends, to recognize their friends' positive attributes and to discover the value of their own individual skills and abilities.
In a society where so many people think poorly of themselves or of others, this little book is a good way to encourage respect for diversity. I appreciate the way it acknowledges God as the designer of our differences and thanks Him "for making me so wonderfully complex" (Psalm 139:13-14, NLT).
Children and adults alike will enjoy the whimsical watercolour illustrations as well as the story's simple rhyme. The book includes a few easy craft activities, with more available online at Janis Cox's Creative Saturdays page.
Author-illustrator Janis Cox is a former teacher who's now concentrating on painting and writing. For more about Tadeo Turtle, including a spot for children to share pictures of their turtle-related crafts, visit Tadeo's page on the author's website. There's also a Facebook page for Tadeo Turtle. Best way to get to know the little guy? Read my Interview with Tadeo Turtle.
[Review copy from my personal library.]
One night he dreams of life without his shell. Freedom! Or is it? When a hungry cat spies him, he's not so sure he likes being unprotected.
Tadeo Turtle invites children to think about how they're different from their friends, to recognize their friends' positive attributes and to discover the value of their own individual skills and abilities.
In a society where so many people think poorly of themselves or of others, this little book is a good way to encourage respect for diversity. I appreciate the way it acknowledges God as the designer of our differences and thanks Him "for making me so wonderfully complex" (Psalm 139:13-14, NLT).
Children and adults alike will enjoy the whimsical watercolour illustrations as well as the story's simple rhyme. The book includes a few easy craft activities, with more available online at Janis Cox's Creative Saturdays page.
Author-illustrator Janis Cox is a former teacher who's now concentrating on painting and writing. For more about Tadeo Turtle, including a spot for children to share pictures of their turtle-related crafts, visit Tadeo's page on the author's website. There's also a Facebook page for Tadeo Turtle. Best way to get to know the little guy? Read my Interview with Tadeo Turtle.
[Review copy from my personal library.]
February 9, 2014
Actual Rating: 50 Bazillion out of 5 Turtles.
I don't often review children's books on here, but I do work with children almost everyday, so when Janis contacted me for a review I happily accepted. I decided the best way to review a children's book would be to see how a child reacted to it. So, I read this book to a six year old little boy I sometimes watch while his mother is at work. We shall call him J in this review.
My own thoughts on reading this book to him was that it seemed to really keep his attention well, and that is saying something because, did I mention, he's a six year old little boy--not much keeps their attention! I found the story well written and I thought the illustrations were adorable. Of course, J's thoughts are the important ones here, so here's what he had to say:
I asked him what he thought immediately upon finishing the book. His answer? Perfect! He talked about how he really liked the way it rhymed and that he understood what happened in the book. His favorite part, though, were the "pictures" he loved all the colors on the turtle and liked the way purple was used because "purple isn't just a girl color." So, all in all, I think J really liked this book. Suffice to say, I've had to read it to him about twenty more times since then, and this was just last week!
One thing I would like to add is there is a really fun curriculum and nice little projects in the book that I plan on doing with J so I may come back and edit this after trying those out. I highly recommend you look into this book as I found it to be a nice children's book, and like I said, it kept J's attention! Oh, and by the way, as far as the rating: J insisted I use turtles instead of stars and the only possible rating would be 50 bazillion. In his words: It's just that awesome!
*I received this book for review from the author. This, however, in no way affected my review or J's.*
I don't often review children's books on here, but I do work with children almost everyday, so when Janis contacted me for a review I happily accepted. I decided the best way to review a children's book would be to see how a child reacted to it. So, I read this book to a six year old little boy I sometimes watch while his mother is at work. We shall call him J in this review.
My own thoughts on reading this book to him was that it seemed to really keep his attention well, and that is saying something because, did I mention, he's a six year old little boy--not much keeps their attention! I found the story well written and I thought the illustrations were adorable. Of course, J's thoughts are the important ones here, so here's what he had to say:
I asked him what he thought immediately upon finishing the book. His answer? Perfect! He talked about how he really liked the way it rhymed and that he understood what happened in the book. His favorite part, though, were the "pictures" he loved all the colors on the turtle and liked the way purple was used because "purple isn't just a girl color." So, all in all, I think J really liked this book. Suffice to say, I've had to read it to him about twenty more times since then, and this was just last week!
One thing I would like to add is there is a really fun curriculum and nice little projects in the book that I plan on doing with J so I may come back and edit this after trying those out. I highly recommend you look into this book as I found it to be a nice children's book, and like I said, it kept J's attention! Oh, and by the way, as far as the rating: J insisted I use turtles instead of stars and the only possible rating would be 50 bazillion. In his words: It's just that awesome!
*I received this book for review from the author. This, however, in no way affected my review or J's.*
January 8, 2014
adeo Turtle, written and illustrated by Janis Cox, is a delightful children’s book, which includes a captivating story, beautiful illustrations, four craft activities using various media, and research suggestions. Children ages 2-8 will enjoy the book.
Tadeo is happy until he notices his friend, Sam Squirrel, can do things he can’t. He thinks all his problems will be solved if he can only get rid of his shell. However, with no shell, Tadeo discovers he is very vulnerable. Read the story to find out how Tadeo becomes thankful for the special way he is made.
My four-year-old daughter enjoyed the story and was enthralled by the pictures. I appreciated the rhyming text, the way Janis seamlessly teaches new vocabulary, and the variety of activities included.
Janis uses her past experience as an elementary teacher to craft a book that teaches many concepts in a fun way. Children can learn lessons on self-esteem, turtles, and the defense systems of animals.
For more information on Tadeo Turtle and Janis Cox, go to www.janiscox.com
Tadeo is happy until he notices his friend, Sam Squirrel, can do things he can’t. He thinks all his problems will be solved if he can only get rid of his shell. However, with no shell, Tadeo discovers he is very vulnerable. Read the story to find out how Tadeo becomes thankful for the special way he is made.
My four-year-old daughter enjoyed the story and was enthralled by the pictures. I appreciated the rhyming text, the way Janis seamlessly teaches new vocabulary, and the variety of activities included.
Janis uses her past experience as an elementary teacher to craft a book that teaches many concepts in a fun way. Children can learn lessons on self-esteem, turtles, and the defense systems of animals.
For more information on Tadeo Turtle and Janis Cox, go to www.janiscox.com
January 2, 2013
Tadeo Turtle by author and illustrator Janis Cox is a must have for any child who struggles with who they are.
With bright colourful pictures that the author painted, she tells the story of Tadeo Turtle in rhyme. Tadeo dreams that he could be without his shell. He envied the other creatures who could jump and fly, but he couldn't do either because he carried around a cumbersome shell.
Tadeo discovers however, that God made him that way for a particular purpose and that he could do some things that the other animals couldn't. Which of course is a good message for all children. God has a special purpose in mind for each of us.
With lots of craft activities in the back of the book to reinforce the lesson, Tadeo Turtle is a great book to pick up for your little ones this Christmas.
I give it 4/5 stars!
With bright colourful pictures that the author painted, she tells the story of Tadeo Turtle in rhyme. Tadeo dreams that he could be without his shell. He envied the other creatures who could jump and fly, but he couldn't do either because he carried around a cumbersome shell.
Tadeo discovers however, that God made him that way for a particular purpose and that he could do some things that the other animals couldn't. Which of course is a good message for all children. God has a special purpose in mind for each of us.
With lots of craft activities in the back of the book to reinforce the lesson, Tadeo Turtle is a great book to pick up for your little ones this Christmas.
I give it 4/5 stars!
July 12, 2014
The story is a sweet poem about a turtle who has to come to terms with what he sees as his failings before realising God has created him perfectly for the life he has. The writing is simple, as befits the target reader age, and the illustrations are gorgeous.
After the story there are a series of turtle-related craft activities suitable for young children, and suggestions for research projects for older children. There are more on the author’s website, www.Janiscox.com, along with a separate curriculum for Grades 1 and 2.
I think young children will enjoy Tadeo the Turtle for the story and the pictures, and homeschooling parents and Sunday School teachers will appreciate the craft and curriculum ideas. It’s short – only 28 pages including the craft ideas – but very good.
Thanks to the author for providing a free ebook for review.
After the story there are a series of turtle-related craft activities suitable for young children, and suggestions for research projects for older children. There are more on the author’s website, www.Janiscox.com, along with a separate curriculum for Grades 1 and 2.
I think young children will enjoy Tadeo the Turtle for the story and the pictures, and homeschooling parents and Sunday School teachers will appreciate the craft and curriculum ideas. It’s short – only 28 pages including the craft ideas – but very good.
Thanks to the author for providing a free ebook for review.
July 20, 2016
As a homeschool mom who has read a ton of children's books over the years, I was impressed with both the illustrations and the prose presented in this delightful picture book. The inspirational message, the educational aspects, and the instructions for easy-to-do children's crafts make this an excellent resource for any classroom or home library. This would be a warm and wonderful read-aloud bedtime book too.
April 21, 2016
A sweet story about a little turtle that doesn't appreciate his own design (how like all of us!). In a dream, he is given a chance to see how his life would be if his design were different. A great lesson, amazing illustrations. You will love reading this to your kids.
October 26, 2020
My toddler is obsessed with this book! Hearing him say “tur-tle” and pointing to the beautiful illustrations warms my heart. It is such a lovely story and perfect length to keep him engaged. Really hoping this book expands into a series one day. A definite must-read!
April 10, 2022
My daughters love reading this book.
Again and again, we return to it for the beautiful story and painted pictures that go with it. If you are looking for a great read for your kids, look nor further. This is it.
Again and again, we return to it for the beautiful story and painted pictures that go with it. If you are looking for a great read for your kids, look nor further. This is it.
February 28, 2018
A delightful turtle story and beautifully illustrated.
April 5, 2015
Tadeo (TAHD-ay-OH) Turtle seemed content until he met Sammy Squirrel. Sammy could climb trees and run. Tadeo could not. He has a dream where he lets the shell on his back go, giving him free range of movement. He, then, becomes vulnerable to the attack of Cat. He no longer has his shell to hide under and within. The dream stirs him to think about the way God made him and why it is important to accept himself the way he was created. God makes us each in His image and for His purposes. May we accept this beautiful gift as Tadeo learned to do.
This short book has a lesson for children and adults alike. How often do we wish we were like someone else or had things that others have? Tadeo Turtle is a simple rhyming story for the young. Janis Cox illustrated the animals and scenes in luscious, colorful watercolors. They are so beautifully painted. It is a delightful book to read and to look upon.
At the end of the book, there are activities to do with children: a paper plate turtle, a rock turtle, a clay turtle, and even a felt board activity. There is a page for researching turtles, such as the many types, or endangered turtles, with websites from which to begin a study. Janis Cox has also written a twenty-page curriculum entitled "Tadeo Turtle Curriculum JK – Grade One and Grade Two." She includes activities for math, language arts, music, Scripture study, science, art, and physical education. From one small and sweet book, there is so much included to do with children.
Reading Level: 4-8
Living along the Gulf Coast of Texas, I can imagine this book being used easily with children during our early summer release of the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles, an endangered species being cared for by the National Seashore. The public always play a large role in the assistance of this release.
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from her BIO SKETCH:
Janis is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her adult career has consisted of stay-at-home-mom, small business owner, public school teacher, painter, and writer. She also has tried pottery making and is currently relearning how to play the piano. She enjoys trying anything at least once (but maybe not bungee jumping!).
Her writing and painting careers started simultaneously and that meant dividing her time between two loves.
Janis is passionate about prayer. She has taught Bible Studies on prayer and talks about how it is just as important to listen to God as to talk to Him.
Janis has a blog (www.janiscox.com) where she writes about her life and how God speaks to her.
This short book has a lesson for children and adults alike. How often do we wish we were like someone else or had things that others have? Tadeo Turtle is a simple rhyming story for the young. Janis Cox illustrated the animals and scenes in luscious, colorful watercolors. They are so beautifully painted. It is a delightful book to read and to look upon.
At the end of the book, there are activities to do with children: a paper plate turtle, a rock turtle, a clay turtle, and even a felt board activity. There is a page for researching turtles, such as the many types, or endangered turtles, with websites from which to begin a study. Janis Cox has also written a twenty-page curriculum entitled "Tadeo Turtle Curriculum JK – Grade One and Grade Two." She includes activities for math, language arts, music, Scripture study, science, art, and physical education. From one small and sweet book, there is so much included to do with children.
Reading Level: 4-8
Living along the Gulf Coast of Texas, I can imagine this book being used easily with children during our early summer release of the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles, an endangered species being cared for by the National Seashore. The public always play a large role in the assistance of this release.
Picture
Picture
from her BIO SKETCH:
Janis is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her adult career has consisted of stay-at-home-mom, small business owner, public school teacher, painter, and writer. She also has tried pottery making and is currently relearning how to play the piano. She enjoys trying anything at least once (but maybe not bungee jumping!).
Her writing and painting careers started simultaneously and that meant dividing her time between two loves.
Janis is passionate about prayer. She has taught Bible Studies on prayer and talks about how it is just as important to listen to God as to talk to Him.
Janis has a blog (www.janiscox.com) where she writes about her life and how God speaks to her.
March 23, 2024
Tadeo Turtle by Janis Cox (Canadian author and retired school teacher) is an engaging story about a turtle not satisfied with how he was made. He didn’t know the Scripture (quoted at the beginning of the book) from Psalm 139:13-14 that can be applied, in part, to his situation – “You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous – how well I know it.” – New Living Translation
Tadeo (pronounced TAD-ay-OH) was a cheerful little painted turtle who loved to play. One day he met a squirrel who could run up trees, and Tadeo became sad because he couldn’t do that. Tadeo wished he didn’t have a shell that he thought was a hindrance to him.
One night he dreamed that he was free of his shell so that he could run and climb, too. Tadeo was happy about that until a cat spied him and thought he was a rat. Poor Tadeo. He tried to hide among the rocks, and then found one that smelled like home. It was his shell that looked like a rock! It was then that Tadeo realized how safe he was inside his shell, just as God intended.
This is a fun story in rhyme. The rhyme doesn’t quite make the cut in some places, but it’s not enough to throw the reader out of the story. Janis Cox illustrated her story beautifully. I especially like the face of the cat, and the colours Janis chose throughout the story are very pleasing to the eye.
At the back of the book, the author included an activities section with instructions for children on how to make a paper plate turtle, a dough turtle, a rock turtle, and a felt board with pieces to make a turtle, rocks, and water. The author has not left her teaching experience behind as this book is a great tool in a classroom.
Janis Cox also included a research page with links to how to learn more about different turtles, and other interesting information. Tadeo Turtle is a book children will enjoy.
Tadeo (pronounced TAD-ay-OH) was a cheerful little painted turtle who loved to play. One day he met a squirrel who could run up trees, and Tadeo became sad because he couldn’t do that. Tadeo wished he didn’t have a shell that he thought was a hindrance to him.
One night he dreamed that he was free of his shell so that he could run and climb, too. Tadeo was happy about that until a cat spied him and thought he was a rat. Poor Tadeo. He tried to hide among the rocks, and then found one that smelled like home. It was his shell that looked like a rock! It was then that Tadeo realized how safe he was inside his shell, just as God intended.
This is a fun story in rhyme. The rhyme doesn’t quite make the cut in some places, but it’s not enough to throw the reader out of the story. Janis Cox illustrated her story beautifully. I especially like the face of the cat, and the colours Janis chose throughout the story are very pleasing to the eye.
At the back of the book, the author included an activities section with instructions for children on how to make a paper plate turtle, a dough turtle, a rock turtle, and a felt board with pieces to make a turtle, rocks, and water. The author has not left her teaching experience behind as this book is a great tool in a classroom.
Janis Cox also included a research page with links to how to learn more about different turtles, and other interesting information. Tadeo Turtle is a book children will enjoy.
March 28, 2014
Who among us can honestly say that they have never wanted to be someone other than who they are?
Tadeo Turtle was perfectly content being a turtle until . . .
Janis Cox’s delightful tale of wanting to be someone else will resonate with young children, especially those who crave a change of some sort. It reassures the child, first of all, that such thoughts are not unusual, then goes on to gently point out that becoming someone else may be impractical. The message that God created us perfect just the way we are comes shining through.
The pictures, drawn by the writer herself, are done in soft colours which tend to soothe.
This book will appeal to children of various ages. Younger ones below the age of 6 will enjoy having it read to them, while those a little older can read it for themselves. The language does not talk ‘down’ to the child and does contain some challenges. The names of the main characters are bolded to help the child identify and recognize them.
The activity and research pages at the end of the book provide opportunity for further creativity.
The curriculum guide which accompanies the book is free for the asking on Ms. Cox’s website, http://www.janiscox.com/information/8... . It contains a wealth of activities designed to be used in the classroom or on their own at home. There are enough activities in the various subjects for a teacher to use and all are adaptable to the grade levels and/or skills recommended for the book. The instructions are clear enough so that a parent or older sibling is able to use the activities with a younger child at home.
As a former elementary school teacher myself, I would have been delighted to use this book with my younger students.
May 30, 2013
Did you ever have a turtle when you were growing up. I had several because we used to catch them off the side of the road and bring them home.
I discovered author and illustrator Janis Cox and her turtle story called Tadeo Turtle and had to read it.
This is a very short children's story that Janis Cox has written in rhyme. Add her colorful water painted illustrations and it adds up to a cute book.
Tadeo, pronounced TAHD-ay-OH, is a turtle with a colorful shell who is happy with himself until he meets other animals. He discovers things he likes about the other animals that he cannot do.
In a dream, he manages to shed his shell so that he can run free but discovers life without his shell is not all it is cracked up to be. He learns that he was given his shell for a reason and learns to be happy with himself once again.
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What I really liked about this book was that it shows children that no matter what they look like that they are here are this Earth and have a purpose in life. The books helps kids to understand they are perfectly made and to be happy with who they are.
Janis Cox's watercolor paintings are bright and cheerful. She basis her book off of Christian principles and any homeschooling family or Christian family would certainly love this book.
A bonus to this book is Janis Cox includes a curriculum for the young readers which includes art, music, physical education, language study and scripture study.
I give this book 4 stars!
Disclosure: I received a PDF version of this book for my open and honest opinion. All opinions expressed here are 100% my own.~Naila Moon
I discovered author and illustrator Janis Cox and her turtle story called Tadeo Turtle and had to read it.
This is a very short children's story that Janis Cox has written in rhyme. Add her colorful water painted illustrations and it adds up to a cute book.
Tadeo, pronounced TAHD-ay-OH, is a turtle with a colorful shell who is happy with himself until he meets other animals. He discovers things he likes about the other animals that he cannot do.
In a dream, he manages to shed his shell so that he can run free but discovers life without his shell is not all it is cracked up to be. He learns that he was given his shell for a reason and learns to be happy with himself once again.
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What I really liked about this book was that it shows children that no matter what they look like that they are here are this Earth and have a purpose in life. The books helps kids to understand they are perfectly made and to be happy with who they are.
Janis Cox's watercolor paintings are bright and cheerful. She basis her book off of Christian principles and any homeschooling family or Christian family would certainly love this book.
A bonus to this book is Janis Cox includes a curriculum for the young readers which includes art, music, physical education, language study and scripture study.
I give this book 4 stars!
Disclosure: I received a PDF version of this book for my open and honest opinion. All opinions expressed here are 100% my own.~Naila Moon
February 22, 2016
Recently, Janis graciously gave me a copy of her book and some amazing curriculum that goes with her beautiful book, Tadeo Turtle. She actually both wrote the book and illustrated the pictures. This book won the Best Children's Book in Canada in 2013. It has a fun rhyming scheme that children love, and my sons wanted me to read it to them again and again! It is a wonderful story about a turtle who doesn't want to deal with his shell anymore. He has an adventurous dream, and realizes he is perfect just the way God made him.
As a Mom, I loved the moral of the story. My sons and I enjoyed the characters in the story and the illustrations are gorgeous. We also had some fun with the curriculum, and painting pictures of Tadeo. There is also some interesting facts about turtles, and my sons were able to point out some of the things they learned from reading this book. We saw an empty turtle shell on display at the library, and they knew what it was called and also referenced about a certain turtle that weighs 2,000 pounds! I hope you take the time to visit Janis' site and learn more about this wonderful author!
- See more at: http://raisingsamuels.blogspot.com/20...
As a Mom, I loved the moral of the story. My sons and I enjoyed the characters in the story and the illustrations are gorgeous. We also had some fun with the curriculum, and painting pictures of Tadeo. There is also some interesting facts about turtles, and my sons were able to point out some of the things they learned from reading this book. We saw an empty turtle shell on display at the library, and they knew what it was called and also referenced about a certain turtle that weighs 2,000 pounds! I hope you take the time to visit Janis' site and learn more about this wonderful author!
- See more at: http://raisingsamuels.blogspot.com/20...
March 27, 2014
This book tells the story of how Tadeo the turtle meets a squirrel one day. He cannot play with the squirrel because it is too fast and climbs trees. The poor turtle has a shell on his back and cannot run, jump, or climb trees with the squirrel. He dreams his shell falls off so he can play. As he dreams, he meets a cat that chases him into the river. He wants his shell back so bad! When he wakes up, he is glad it was just a dream and knows God made him to live in a shell for a reason, to protect him!
This book is so cute! I love how it rhymes! Rhyming books are my favorite. It is well written and carries a great message inside it for children. All children will be comforted by this book. It teaches them to know that God made each and every one of them the way they are for a reason! I really love the water color illustrations! They are really pretty! This book also has a few fun activities at the end for children to do. I recommend this book to all children!
This book is so cute! I love how it rhymes! Rhyming books are my favorite. It is well written and carries a great message inside it for children. All children will be comforted by this book. It teaches them to know that God made each and every one of them the way they are for a reason! I really love the water color illustrations! They are really pretty! This book also has a few fun activities at the end for children to do. I recommend this book to all children!
January 29, 2013
Tadeo Turtle is a wonderful children's parable that left me in awe of Janis's abilities as both a writer and artist. The artwork in Tadeo Turtle are vibrantly gorgeous water-painting, illustrated by Janis herself.
The story itself is written in a fun rhyming scheme that is sure to delight all children.
The message conveyed by Tadeo Turtle is something children should know early on - to accept how God has created each one of us. Through Tadeo, Janis conveys this message in simple terms that is sure to get across to little ones.
I also love that the book itself has fun ideas for crafts included that relate to the story.
The story itself is written in a fun rhyming scheme that is sure to delight all children.
The message conveyed by Tadeo Turtle is something children should know early on - to accept how God has created each one of us. Through Tadeo, Janis conveys this message in simple terms that is sure to get across to little ones.
I also love that the book itself has fun ideas for crafts included that relate to the story.
April 28, 2014
Miss Cox approached me a while back and asked if I would review her book. She sent me a free e-copy for my unbiased, honest, opinion. As I began reading, I was quickly drawn in by the attractive water color paintings that accompanied the rhyming text. Written as a Christian example of how we are all lovingly and wonderfully made, it was a sweet story. There was one spot where the story did not flow as well as it might have, but over all it was fun. As an added bonus, the book also included several turtle crafts which were quite cute and would provide lots of extra entertainment value for children between the ages of four and nine.
September 6, 2016
Tadeo Turtle is a sweet 28-page children's book written and illustrated by Janis Cox. The story is adorable, with plenty of animals and action. It also has an important message-that God made us just the way we are supposed to be! I'm in love with all the illustrations-the colors are beautiful! At the end of the book are some children's activities, and there is a corresponding curriculum for grades 1 & 2. The curriculum is full of activities for every subject from art to physical education.
My grandson Daniel is two years old, and he loves Tadeo Turtle! We are going on a trip next week, and I plan on bringing my laptop on the plane so he can read the e-book.
My grandson Daniel is two years old, and he loves Tadeo Turtle! We are going on a trip next week, and I plan on bringing my laptop on the plane so he can read the e-book.
July 9, 2015
Today I want to introduce you to someone I believe was a God-arranged meeting for me! Her name is Janis Cox. She is beautiful and talented and inspirational. She is a watercolor artist and an author, and her children's book, Tadeo Turtle, is delightful.
I was struck as I read it, that the message of the book is one that all chronically ill and disabled individuals desperately need. This little guy strolled right into my heart. I know he'll do the same for you.
I was struck as I read it, that the message of the book is one that all chronically ill and disabled individuals desperately need. This little guy strolled right into my heart. I know he'll do the same for you.
April 25, 2013
Tadeo Turtle is love at first sight. The artwork is beautiful and the rhyming is fun. As a supply Library Support Specialist, I look forward to bringing this book to the school library and reading it to the kids. I'm sure the teachers will appreciate the extra activity ideas too.
July 14, 2016
Lovely watercolour illustrations. Good craft ideas and links to additional information. The story itself was just okay - fairly predictable - and I prefer a perfect rhyme scheme to the imperfect one presented here.
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