This book is out of print. However, the second edition is now available.
One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a sense of self-worth. Children who lack this feeling often express it as "not liking" a part of themselves. I Want Your Moo is a beautifully written and illustrated tale about self-esteem that features Toodles, a turkey who despises the sound of her "gobble gobble." Children will identify with Toodles, her struggle for self-acceptance, and eventual victory over self-doubt when she "saves the day" by using the very voice she so dislikes. Each reading will help to reinforce a child's feeling that all of his or her attributes are a valuable part of a unique and good self. With lively rhymes and bright, funny illustrations, this is a hilarious and endearing lesson in self-acceptance and self-esteem.
Marcella Bakur Weiner, Ed.D., is a fellow of the American Psychological Association and a Professor of Psychology at Marymount Manhattan College in New York City. Dr. Weiner also maintains a private practice. She has published numerous books and journal articles, has trained and lectured to audiences in the U.S. and abroad, and has appeared on many national television and radio talk shows. She is currently co-host of the New York based radio talk show Choices.
Jill Neimark is an author and journalist living in New York. She is the author of the acclaimed novel Bloodsong.
Jairo Barragàn is a Columbian artist, illustrator, and cartoonist of international repute currently living and working in New York City.
"This delightful, humorous book can serve both as an early reader for all children and as a learning tool for special needs children. Children will laugh out loud while they learn. It undoubtedly should be in every child's library."
—Herbert M. Citrin, PhD
Executive Director, East River Child Development Center, New York City
"As an educator for 25 years, it is refreshing and encouraging to read a story that enables us to laugh along with our children…I Want Your Moo enables you and your child to share a smile, while you explore the sensitive issue of self-acceptance."
—Terry Steinberg
Performing Arts Director, Grades Pre-K–8th
Community School District #22, Brooklyn, NY
"A gentle reminder to appreciate the differences and special skills that all children possess."
—Journal of Pediatric Nursing
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