Barb Chrysler

Reach For The Stars, Ryan Barb Chrysler

Reach For The Stars, Ryan is a book about a child's frustration and success in learning. Ryan's mom helps him through laughter and encouragement to continue trying to learn the new tasks when he gets frustrated. This is a book that encourages young children to learn. In one situation, Ryan attempted to print his name and became frustrated. His mother helped him through telling him to reach for the stars and when he does she tickles him. He forgets he was frustrated and continued trying until he learnt to print his name. Several examples are used to illustrate the challenges and triumphs for children as they learn.