TWO CREATURES
The Tale of Playful Freela, Overworked Dodette, and Me
The Tale of Playful Freela, Overworked Dodette, and Me
We embark on a whimsical journey of self-discovery with the enchanting tale, Two Creatures. This captivating book, suitable for both children and adults, introduces the delightful characters, Freela and Dodette, the two creatures who reside in the main character's creative mind.
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In the vivid pages of Two Creatures, we are transported into a world where Dodette, representing logic and intellect, clashes with Freela, the embodiment of intuition, free-spiritedness, and dreams. Dodette tirelessly demands perfection, while Freela yearns for music, friends, and laughter. The protagonist, with a myriad of talents and aspirations, finds himself overwhelmed and torn between the conflicting demands of these two quirky creatures.
However, the narrative takes a heartwarming turn as the protagonist discovers a profound truth – both Dodette and Freela are integral parts of who he is. Instead of resisting the creatures, the protagonist learns to embrace their uniqueness and unravels the secrets to harmonizing the dual forces within himself. Two Creatures imparts a valuable lesson about self-acceptance, balance, and the art of listening to one's heart. As readers follow the journey of the protagonist, they too will be inspired to reflect on the creatures that inhabit their own hearts. With its delightful prose and enchanting illustrations, Two Creatures is not just a children's book but a timeless gem that resonates with readers of all ages. Dive into this enchanting world and discover the magic that unfolds when you listen to the creatures within your heart. |
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"Life can sometimes get very complicated. We want to have fun, but at the same time, there are things we must do. We are often torn between pleasure and responsibility. Freela is a fun-loving, free spirit who wants to enjoy life to its fullest with music, friends and lots of laughter; Dodette is a doer and always wants things done just so. It can be a tug of war between pleasure and responsibility, between Freela and Dodette. What is a person to do? How can one achieve a balance between these two opposing entities? Or, are they opposing? Can there be a compromise? The answer is deep within our hearts: a balance to maintain our sense of equilibrium between fun and responsibility.
Understanding this need for balance can be complicated and difficult for young readers. Liliana Kohann’s picture book story, Two Creatures, is a wonderful tool to help young readers. The two creatures, of course, are Freela and Dodette. And the boy caught in the middle could potentially be any one of us. With beautiful rhyming verse and imaginative, sometimes comical illustrations, this story will help young readers look deep into their own hearts to find solutions - to learn how to work together as Freela and Dodette learn to help each other; to learn how to resolve conflicts like Freela and Dodette learn how to compromise and help each other; and how to be imaginative and intuitive in solving difficult problems. A wonderful tool to help young readers understand themselves and others, too."
--reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite
Understanding this need for balance can be complicated and difficult for young readers. Liliana Kohann’s picture book story, Two Creatures, is a wonderful tool to help young readers. The two creatures, of course, are Freela and Dodette. And the boy caught in the middle could potentially be any one of us. With beautiful rhyming verse and imaginative, sometimes comical illustrations, this story will help young readers look deep into their own hearts to find solutions - to learn how to work together as Freela and Dodette learn to help each other; to learn how to resolve conflicts like Freela and Dodette learn how to compromise and help each other; and how to be imaginative and intuitive in solving difficult problems. A wonderful tool to help young readers understand themselves and others, too."
--reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite
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