Hunter's Tall Tales

Rosalie Mastaler is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #ChildrensBook Hunter's Tall Tales. Rosalie tells us this book was inspired by her son Hunter, who has a limb difference. Rosalie shares the story behind the book and its message of friendship, inclusivity, and addressing curiosity about disabilities in a positive way. The book highlights the importance of fostering curiosity and asking questions about differences while emphasizing the significance of recognizing the person behind the disability. The author discusses how children's natural inquisitiveness can be channeled positively by promoting conversations about disabilities at home and through books and media. Rosalie encourages parents to teach their children about inclusivity and acceptance so that encountering individuals with disabilities becomes a normal and comfortable experience. Rosalie shares that her primary goal with the book was to evoke emotions in young readers. She wanted children to feel a sense of friendship, humor, and light-heartedness while reading the story. By creating relatable characters and situations, she hopes to inspire children to see beyond physical differences and focus on forming meaningful connections with others. Click here to visit Rosalie's website – www.Rosaliemastaler.com   Click here to visit our website – www.readingwithyourkids.com