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We received our copy of the book today and love it!!!!! You did such a fantastic job. I started reading it to my son, Sean (he's 6), and he enjoyed it, too. He laughed out loud at the pictures in the listening chapter. Nice job getting them out so quickly, and for working so hard on this book. All your efforts will certainly pay off, b/c many people are going to learn so much from this book, and get much enjoyment out of it as well. Great work!
- Denise, Recreational Therapist, North Carolina

I was so excited to get my new book about these adorable dogs and their friends! My children are 9 and 4 and both were sitting still, reading, and acting downright civilized for a half-hour, together, with me! The book is easy to read, has wonderful pictures and teaching points, and exceeds what I thought it would be, even though my expectations were high! Thank you, Danny, Sam, Izzy, and everyone involved for bringing these books and products to be. I recommend these highly for anyone involved in the lives of children - teachers, nurses, therapists, parents, the list goes on and on.
- Bonita, Nusrse, West Virginia

I really like how this book is put together in small lessons or chapters. I work at an adult mental hospital, but find many of these lessons are needed in the clients that I see. The way each skill is set out in the book, I can teach them in 1 session per chapter, without losing the attention span of my audience! This also gives me a quick "fall back on" session idea when I have to fill in quickly with minimal preparation time. Thanks!
- Brent, Recreational Therapist, West Virginia

This book has so many wonderful aspects. The pictures are funny. The pages are bright and colorful. But most importantly, Sam and Izzy teach kids how to be good people and get along with others. This is a must for any household with children. If you don't have kids, I'm sure you know someone that does. This is a great book for animal lovers, too.
Buy it today!!!
:)
- Missy, Social Worker, West Virginia

Danny Pettry's newest book will teach character lessons to young children using colorful pictures, character trading cards, as well as a coloring/ activity book. This unique system uses animals to engage children and will be a valuable tool for teachers, therapists and parents alike.
- Tracy, Physical Therapist, Ohio

Danny Pettry's books are always incredibly motivating. I'm so excited to see him authoring this children's book and can't wait to share it with my own daughters.
- Kimberly Grandal, CTRS, ACC/EDU, Therapeutic Rec/ Activity Educator, New Jersey

This book is educational and the cards are fun. It is well thought-out and will be a delight to read with your children.
- Sarah Howe, BSW/LSW, Social Worker, West Virginia

As a teacher who teaches kids with very special needs, I am always looking for new and exciting ways to teach the children in my class. Danny Pettry's new book is just the thing I've been looking for! My kids will love learning character education with his stimulating book, trading cards, and activity book!
- Melanie Daniels, Teacher, West Virginia

Our children need creative methods on character and human relations. Danny's Petty's book will do just that, by using animals with natural instincts that children can relate too. I believe the outcome will be proven when the children will be asked to describe the pictures... I look forward to share it with my grandson.
- Brenda Torres, CTRS, Recreational Therapist, New York

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About the Book.

Danny Pettry is a Recreational Therapist who specializes in working with children (ages 7 to 12) who have mental and behavioral health needs.

Now he has put together an astonishing children’s book to help ALL children have better social health and wellness.
Danny Pettry’s book teaches character lessons to children using colorful pictures of animals. This book is a valuable tool for teachers, group leaders, therapists and parents alike.
This book covers social skills and character values like:
• Accepting others
• Compromising
• Having good sportsmanship
• Being respectful, generous, helpful, empathetic, and more.
• This book helps children learn how to make friends and get along with others.

You’d like for your child or a child you know to develop and improve these skills, wouldn't you? You like pictures of cute animals don’t you?

All right then. Just read the book to your child.

Danny Pettry's books are always incredibly motivating. I'm so excited to see him authoring this children's book and can't wait to share it with my own daughters.
- Kimberly Grandal,CTRS, ACC/EDU
Therapeutic Rec/ Activity Educator
New Jersey

As a teacher who teaches kids with very special needs, I am always looking for new and exciting ways to teach the children in my class. Danny Pettry's new book is just the thing I've been looking for! My kids will love learning character education with his stimulating book, trading cards, and activity book!
- Melanie Daniels
Licensed Teacher
West Virginia

New Children's Book Promotes Social Wellness

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http://www.dannypettry.com/copy_letter.htm

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FREE Sample Pictures From Book.

You can download some FREE sample pages from my upcoming children's book.

Go here now:

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/DannyPettry/announcing-an-amazing-picture-book-that-teaches-ch/posts/25559

Enjoy.

your friend,

Danny.

Do You Know the Big Problem with Children’s Education?

Do You Know the Big Problem with Children’s Education?
By: Danny Pettry, M.S., CTRS, Recreational Therapist

Children need the best education possible. Cliché as it sounds, children really are the future. Our current education might not be the best for our children. Education might not be addressing what children really need. Sure, they do an effective job at teaching the basics: English, math, and reading. Children do need have these basic skills for any future occupation. Most jobs require a person to read, write, and do at least some math. There may be a better solution.

The Problem

Research is showing that test scores aren’t the best indicator of who’ll be the most successful in college and in life. Alfie Kohn had pointed out several of these studies in his (2001) article Two Cheers for an end to the Sat that was featured in the Chronicle of Higher Education. So, our problem is: What do children need in order to be successful in life?

The Solution

Children could benefit from learning successful living habits.

A few years ago a friend of mine (a computer specialist) asked what I did for children as a recreational therapist. I provide services for children with mental health and behavior health needs. I told him that I use a mix of activity-based interventions to help children meet goals as part of an overall treatment plan under the recommendation and supervision of a physician. I told my brother that some of the sessions I provide include: social skills training, relaxation skills training, anger management, self-esteem, teambuilding, life skills, and many other skills. My friend jokingly replied that these children have a better advantage of those children in public school because they don’t offer these services.

Daniel Goleman argues that social and emotional intelligence may be a better predictor of which children will be more successful in life. Social intelligence has to do with the understanding of social relationships. Emotional intelligence has to do with compassion, concern for others, awareness of how others could feel (empathy), and ability to build rapport with others. Goleman points out multiple research studies that support his argument in his books.

Announcing – An Amazing Picture Book for Children That Teaches Character Values and Social Skills by Danny Pettry.

Danny Pettry is creating a fun picture book that children will benefit from. It features two cute dogs, Sam, an English Bulldog, and Izzy, a Chihuahua. They accept each other despite their differences.

Children will receive many personal benefits from this complete program that includes:

a.) a picture book for children;

b.) 15 character education trading cards; and

c.) fun game/ activities for teachers and group leaders that are featured in the back of the children’s book.

This program will help children learn how to:

a.) make more friends;
b.) feel better about themselves;
c.) understand the difference between right and wrong;
d.) be an effective listener;
e.) be more patient;
f.) have more concern for others;
g.) get along with others;
h.) calm down;
i.) solve-problems;
j.) be a better team player; and
k.) so much more.

You can pledge to help create this program. The deadline for pledges is Sept. 12, 2010. You’ll get more rewards and benefits for higher pledges.
Go here to watch a short video about this upcoming book/ program:

The Bookmark

I've created a bookmark that goes with the

Sam and Izzy book. See it in the picture here.

It has a link to this blog on the back of it.

Enter for a chance to win the upcoming "Sam and Izzy" picture book.

Here is the link:

http://www.dannypettry.com/contest.html

New Video Book Tralier!

“The Adventures of Sam and Izzy” Book Trailer Has Been Released Today! Watch It. Love It. Pledge if you like it. Post your comments below.

New pictures.

Sam.

Izzy.

Sam and Izzy are friends.

Me. Danny holding Izzy.