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I Have a Voice
“To all those who have silenced their inner voice, remember that it is never too late to rediscover it.”
Heidi Solomon-Orlick’s I Have a Voice is a rare children’s book with the power to resonate with both children and adults. Warm, empowering, and genuinely moving, this is a “book of listening” in the truest sense. It invites young readers to turn inward, recognize the voice they were born with, and understand just how deeply it matters.
The story’s message is simple yet profound: every voice matters. Some children have been told to be quiet. Others have felt unseen. Some may have lost touch with their own inner sense of self. I Have a Voice gently reminds them that it is never too late to rediscover what has always been there. The book teaches children that their voice is not only the sound they make. It is the part of them that knows they are loved, that they matter, and that they have a place in the world. It is also the quiet guide that helps them move through life. When we stop listening to that inner voice, we can lose our way. Still, we can always find it again.
One of the most memorable aspects of the book is its surprisingly immersive artwork. I expected charming illustrations that would pleasantly accompany the words. Instead, the visuals do far more. Each page is filled with rich, detailed, and lush imagery that draws the reader directly into the story. The illustrations do not simply echo the text. They deepen it. They add emotion, texture, and meaning, making each page feel less like something to read and more like something to experience. This is the kind of artwork children will want to linger over, returning to favorite pages just to look a little longer.
The activity pages at the end are another brilliant touch. They encourage children to explore their own emotions and discover their own voices in ways that feel playful, thoughtful, and engaging. This creative addition extends the reading experience beyond the story itself. It transforms a beautiful book into something children can carry with them, revisit, and use as a gentle tool for reflection.
I Have a Voice is highly recommended for parents, caregivers, and educators looking for a children’s book that does more than entertain. This is a meaningful story for young readers learning about themselves, their minds, and the quiet power of the voice within them. It is also, quite honestly, just as valuable for the grown-ups reading alongside them.
Pages: 54 | ISBN : 978-1965541982
Just a Dot? I Think Not!
Just a Dot? I Think Not! by Heidi Solomon-Orlick is one of those children’s books that manages to say something quietly profound without ever raising its voice. Vibrant, joyful, and bursting with color on every page, this story speaks directly to the hearts of children and adults alike.
At the center of the story is Dottie, a dot with a mission: to connect the world, one dot at a time. What unfolds is a gorgeous celebration of difference and belonging. Each dot comes in a unique color, shape, and size, and the story reminds readers that these differences are not something to hide from or fear. They are something to celebrate. Every dot has its own personality, its own traits, its own place in the world. When they come together, they create something even more beautiful: new colors, new connections, and a rainbow of possibilities.
What stands out most is the lightness and warmth with which the story delivers its message. There is no heavy-handedness here. No lecturing. No forced lesson. Instead, the book lets its theme bloom naturally through rhyme, color, and joy. The emotional impact is real, but it arrives wrapped in playfulness, making the message easy for children to absorb through delight. I believe that this is exactly the kind of subtle yet powerful storytelling young readers need today: a gentle but clear rejection of hatred toward those who look different from us, paired with a reminder that we are stronger, happier, and more complete together. For adults, the message resonates just as deeply. There is something moving about seeing unity and acceptance presented with such clarity and joy.
The illustrations are a burst of color and a feast for the eyes. Each page radiates energy. The dots leap from the artwork with personality and charm, and the visual storytelling carries much of the book’s magic. This makes it an excellent choice for very young readers, who will be drawn in by the sheer visual joy before they fully grasp every word. The short, easy-to-follow rhyming sentences are perfectly suited for little ones, while the rhythm makes the book a pleasure to read aloud.
A lovely bonus follows the story, with pages of fun activities that extend the experience and allow children to carry the book’s joyful spirit into their own play and creativity. Just a Dot? I Think Not! is a wonderful choice for families with young children, classrooms, and anyone who believes in the power of stories to teach empathy and connection. Dottie’s message is one the world could use much more of right now.
Pages: 58 | ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FPSVCPX4
