Molly the Mole

This children's book promotes a message of acceptance by supporting diversity of all animal qualities.

This book is part of the Truth and Tails series, specifically regarding Self-Esteem. Molly is feeling sad because she is comparing herself to her friends. She does not think she measures up in various areas. Through helping her friends with different things, they help to show her that she has other traits and qualities that make her special too. The lesson of being yourself and feeling good about it is one important message, but also accepting each other for who they are and for whatever their talents and skills might be. The questions at the end of the book to promote discussion are an added bonus. A good addition to a primary class to help develop values and positive character.

This book is supposed to be an example of helping a child to build self esteem. When they worry that they don’t look a certain way, or feel a certain way, pointing out what talents they possess. The story works, but I won't lie, I don't like the illustrations. It's probably more the color than the illustrations themselves. They seem like child art instead of professional art.

I have a daughter named Molly (she's an adult and would think this is so silly!) and I love it whenever I find books or collectibles with a Molly in/on it. The fact that this Molly is a purple MOLE just makes it even better!!

Sadly Molly the Mole is having a very bad day. Despite the fact that she has helped all of her woodland friends in their time of need using her super power, aka digging, she feels so sad that she isn't tall or smart or beautiful like her friends. Thankfully Daisy Deer, Owen Owl and Belinda Butterfly remind her that it isn't good to compare yourself with others but to be kind, thoughtful and helpful.

Molly the Mole is a wonderfully written gem that is perfect for young children who are learning how to navigate social interaction with others and especially how important it is to develop their own sense of self worth. It is part of a series called Truth & Tails that helps kids build all of these necessary skills. I highly recommend this book and this series for parents, educators and librarians - for their their children, of course.

Thank you to Netgalley, Alice Reeves and Jessica Kingsley Publishing for my charming little copy of this book.

A lovely story, aimed at both the classroom and home readers, this story of the set focuses on Self-esteem and friendship. Molly loves to spend time with her friends but on this day she feels very second rate and lacking in self-esteem. Her friends come through in the end and support her.
A good book, well illustrated and an excellent way to open up a discussion about self-confidence and friendships. Used in the right way, I feel this book could be a valuable tool in the educator's role.

This was a really good book. The story is great and I really liked it. Molly the Mile needs a boost as she is down as she doesn't have the same traits as the other animals she meets, but after talking to them she realises her own personal qualities and things that she has and can do that make her special. 4 stars from me - a lovely book to show to young school children.

Molly the Mole is a great friend to her woodland friends, Daisy the Deer, Belinda the Butterfly, and Owen the Owl. Like many good friends, Molly helps her friends in their times of need, like when Daisy gets her hoof stuck and Owen needs help studying for a test. One day, Molly feels sad because of how different she is from her friends. She compares herself to her friends and wishes she looked like them or was as smart as they were. Her friends help her realize that she is different, but it was because of those differences she was able to help them in their times of need. Her friends helped her realize that her kindness, patience, and helpfulness are traits that make Molly a special friend.
"Molly the Mole" is part of the "Truth and Tails" series by Alice Reeves and is a wonderful story to help children boost their self-esteem and teaches children that while we are all different, these differences are special and make us who we are. One thing I really liked about this book was the fact that there are circle time suggestions and discussion questions to help teachers guide a discussion about self-esteem around the reading of this book. This would be a great resource for any classroom!
Thank you NetGalley and Jessica Kingsley Publishers for the opportunity to read and review this title prior to publication in exchange for an honest review!

I think that “Molly the Mole” will be useful for children’s counselors. The characters are good examples of positive friendships.

Alice Reeves does it again with Molly the Mole. I love the way she delivers her messages. This story of Molly will help build confidence in any child reading this story. I love the illustrations. Grab this for your child’s book shelf or your students.

Molly the Mole: A Story to Help Children Build Self-Esteem by Alice Reeves is part of the Truth and Tails series, specifically regarding Self-Esteem. Molly is feeling sad because she is comparing herself to her friends. She does not think she measures up in various areas. Through helping her friends with different things, they help to show her that she has other traits and qualities that make her special too. The lesson of being yourself and feeling good about it is one important message, but also accepting each other for who they are and for whatever their talents and skills might be.

The questions at the end of the book to promote discussion are an added bonus. This is a good addition to an elementary class to help develop values and positive character.

I give this book 4/5 stars. I received an ARC from the publisher,Jessica Kingsley Publishers, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.