I read this book together with my young nieces, ages 3 and 5, as I am somewhat outside the age range! However, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it for children. The primary theme of keeping love alive in our hearts so that we can do good in the world and live life to our fullest is so important for kids (and adults). We can manage our big feelings together with love! The art was also lovely, soft but detailed, and very colorful. The girls adored the way that the colors looked almost like a watercolor painting, and I think they are going to want to paint pictures of Catch-M tomorrow!

This was such a sweet and visually stunning children’s book! The message was heartwarming and uplifting, and I loved the vibrant illustrations they honestly sparked some creative inspiration for me as an artist. The combination of the solar system and safari scenes was magical, and I can see this becoming a bedtime favorite for kids. A lovely reminder to dream big, love big, and live with an open heart. 🖼️ 🎨

Live Big with Catch-M is a wonderful children’s book with bright, colorful illustrations that will capture a young reader’s attention. I love the uplifting message about believing in yourself and filling your heart with positive thoughts. Such a great lesson for kids. I’m looking forward to reading this with my youngest grandchild and sharing its encouraging message together.
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First of all, the visuals in this book are amazing! I found it very aesthetically pleasing. Kudos to the illustrator! BEAUTIFUL! As for the message of the book, I really loved how it teaches kids not to listen to their "shadow" thoughts. Positive affirmation is so important to teach children to keep those bad thoughts about themselves away. The message about loving big and spreading love around was so good. Friends are important to have around to help sort your feelings. I really enjoyed this one! Thank you to Greenleaf Book Group, Greenleaf Book Group Press, and NetGalley for the ARC.

Recommend-O-Meter: Yes!

This little story about CATCH-M really caught my heart (see what I did there!). I particularly loved the way negative thoughts and feelings were illustrated—it gives a sense of visual tangiblity to things that may be difficult to explain to a young child through words alone.

As a whole, this book presents a very meaningful message of self-love and self-confidence for little readers. A fun and comforting story that’s sure to appeal to kids!

This book is full of vibrant illustrations that will captivate readers of all ages. The messages of believing in yourself and not listening to our “shadow thoughts” is a great message to any young readers who may be struggling with anxiety.

What a great way to show how to love yourself. Through a scared star, the book shows how it can be brave and love it self and then share that love. It was a great read to share with my kids. Amazing illustrations as well.

What a fun and sweet story of resilience! I love the message of this book and the illustrations as well. “Go, do good with your extraordinary!”