Something Special
The Vision
“And it's no good.... until you give it away.”
This simple truth teaches children that true value is found in selfless action and connection. It reframes giving as the essential step for experiencing joy and love.
Therapeutic Guide
Core Utility: Encourages the understanding that emotional expression requires outward action to be meaningful.
Conversation Starters:
- What is the best surprise 'something special' someone has given you?
- Can something that is small and silent still be very important?
- How does it feel right before you give something special away?
About the Creators
About the Author
Terri Cohlene gets her inspiration to write from her life. While sending her second-grader off to school, she suddenly thought of how many ways a kiss can be delivered, and Something Special was born.
Visual Style
Mood: Warm, Nostalgic, Tender
Reviews & Awards
From Our Verified Readers
- “This is truly an adorable and thought-provoking tale for small children.”
- “In the delightful picture book Something Special, a curious little frog encounters a mysterious gift outside his home near a castle moat.”
- “Rebeccasreads highly recommends SOMETHING SPECIAL as a big & bold picture book, filled with funny details, that pulls you from page to page with hilarious images & wishes... until the end, the sweet & funny end.”
The Vision
“And it's no good.... until you give it away.”
This simple truth teaches children that true value is found in selfless action and connection. It reframes giving as the essential step for experiencing joy and love.
Therapeutic Guide
Core Utility: Encourages the understanding that emotional expression requires outward action to be meaningful.
Conversation Starters:
- What is the best surprise 'something special' someone has given you?
- Can something that is small and silent still be very important?
- How does it feel right before you give something special away?
About the Creators
About the Author
Terri Cohlene gets her inspiration to write from her life. While sending her second-grader off to school, she suddenly thought of how many ways a kiss can be delivered, and Something Special was born.
Visual Style
Mood: Warm, Nostalgic, Tender
Reviews & Awards
From Our Verified Readers
- “This is truly an adorable and thought-provoking tale for small children.”
- “In the delightful picture book Something Special, a curious little frog encounters a mysterious gift outside his home near a castle moat.”
- “Rebeccasreads highly recommends SOMETHING SPECIAL as a big & bold picture book, filled with funny details, that pulls you from page to page with hilarious images & wishes... until the end, the sweet & funny end.”