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You Can Do It!
by Tony Dungy
from Little Simon Inspirations

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0

• My daughters love to read this book often
  A simple story that teaches patience, spirituality, love and care. Linden does not get frustrated because he does not have a dream. Family does not push their dreams on Linden instead they pray for him and teach him to have faith in God. Big brother is very loving and caring. Illustrations are also very pleasing. My 7 year old daughter says - she learned that you have to find your dream in your heart and not try to copy somebody.

• Look within and find yourself....
  Linden Dungy is a third grader that questions what his 'it' is. Old brother, Tony, is great at basketball, everyone's found their niche but him.
  'You Can Do It' is an inspirational read to be shared with children to encourage them to strive to always do their best. It was a gracious read, no real excitement, just an example of some of the trials that youngsters go through.

• Good for older children. Light on the spirituality.
  I liked that this book has a very positive message. The main character is disheartened because he doesn't know what he wants to be in life. Everyone around him seems to know and he feels left out. His family is encouraging and helps him to consider his interests and what appeals to him. He's a young child. Before the book concludes he has found what he wants to be in life, career-wise. I think it's a nice story but find it somewhat annoying that like most childrens' books the answer is clear and easy to... more info

• YES YOU CAN!
  You Can Do It! YES, You Can! Tony helps guide his little brother, Linden, to determine his dream. Tony follows the example of his parents by putting faith, self-reflection, along with the love and support of family to the test. Even though Linden acts up at school (sometimes) the positive reinforcement from his devoted family helps him see God's plan for his life. As Linden discovered his dream and when he did the support of positive community leaders and his family made all the difference.
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