The Silent Words of Yackety Mack!

The Silent Words of Yackety Mack! Synopsis

A story that uncovers coping skills for kids as they learn to communicate their emotions

Mack the yak has a hard time fitting in with the other yaks in his herd because he can't speak or hear their stories. He feels even more left out because he doesn't know how to explain it. Then one day, the herd comes up with a creative solution. From that day forward, Mack is a happy and included member of his herd. Whether your child has a special need or not, it is a perfect tool to get the conversation going about people with disabilities or impairments.?

Kindness makes us strong, yet that can be difficult for kids to understand. This is a delightful book to share with toddlers and kids as they explore feelings about diversity and belonging. Yackety Mack includes a page with the American Sign Language Alphabet so you and your child can practice using sign language with each other while learning the core values of acceptance!?

With its lively story and striking illustrations, children quickly pick up social skills to help them understand that it's okay to be different. Using this book as an introduction to baby signs, toddlers will explore how communication skills occur in different ways.?

After the popularity of McArthur's first book Cock-a-Doodle Don't You Dare!, Yakety Mack continues to help parents and kids explore the concept of diversity and empathy. This self-help book is the perfect book to share with toddlers and children as they dive into creating friendships with everyone and learn that kindness starts with you.?

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