Once upon a time, in a small village tucked away in a mystical forest, lived a young girl named Mia. Mia was known for her enchanting beauty and her captivating smile. However, what truly set her apart from everyone else was her extraordinary magical powers. From a very young age, Mia discovered that she had a special gift. She had the ability to harness the power of nature and use it for her own benefit. With just a wave of her hand, she could make flowers bloom, trees sway, and rainbows appear in the sky.

Magical Mia Super Self-Talk!: A funny, unique, and empowering way to help a child release self-doubt, foster a growth mindset, and build self-esteem.

We all have an inner voice. Way too often we say worse things about ourselves than we would ever say about another person.When Mia tries soccer for the first time, she isn’t very good. Negative self-talk takes over and gets in the way of her fun. Thankfully, Mia’s friend teaches her a hilarious technique to help her recognize and question the negative self-talk, get unstuck, and change her thinking!

Do you ever hear your child saying negative things about themself and wish you could help? For every thought they say out loud there are hundreds we as parents do not hear. Every child should be given this priceless life tool to recognize and challenge negative thoughts and be empowered to change their thoughts, moods, and experiences.

Also included in the back of the book, are numerous examples of negative statements and positive statements which we can choose to think instead.

35 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 30, 2021

About the author

Writer, Eternal Optimist, Environmentalist, Scientist, Homeschool Teacher, Girl Scout Leader, Mother, and Gardener.
Julie believes in magic and the power of love. She is an enthusiastic advocate of a growth mindset and self-improvement and is on a mission to inspire and empower children around the world.

Thanks to her mother who is a fervent reader, she developed a love of reading early on. Books have had a transformative impact on her life, and they are what she turns to when seeking guidance and understanding.

She is the mother to a funny, empathetic, sweet, creative, daughter who is her biggest source of inspiration. Yearning to instill confidence, courage, and a sense of empowerment in her daughter and other young children, she was inspired and blessed with the idea to create the Magical Mia series.
Her debut children’s book,

Magical Mia – Kindness is Contagious, empowers children to use their kind words and actions to spread joy and happiness wherever they go.

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With just a wave of her hand, she could make flowers bloom, trees sway, and rainbows appear in the sky. Mia's magical abilities intrigued the villagers, who often sought her help with various issues. Whether it was healing the sick, predicting the weather, or solving disputes, Mia was always there to lend a helping hand.

Book Review

Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite

Do you believe in magic? Mia does. She understands that real magic comes from deep within a person. How is that possible? Well, she sees a new girl sitting all alone in the cafeteria and makes the effort to be friendly. Both Mia and the new girl feel sparkly with joy. The others sitting at Mia’s lunch table also feel the sparkly joy and they pass it on. When Mia is having trouble with math, a boy offers to help and they both feel sparkly with joy. And the new girl helps an elderly lady by holding the door for her. The magic pays it forward and everyone is feeling sparkly with joy. Yes, there is real magic and it comes from deep inside each of us.

Julie Cassetta’s picture book story, Magical Mia: Kindness is Contagious, is told in rhyming verse. With its eloquent lyricism, young readers will be singing along and perhaps adding their own suggestions of how to spread the magic. The plot develops with Mia’s sparkle about her magic secret, which is then shared in multiple ways and, in the end, everyone is helping someone else and spreading the magic of caring. The illustrations are beautiful and almost magical in themselves and certainly help carry the story along. This is a great way to introduce the notion of paying kindness forward – it really does have a charming magic all of its own. And, to top off the story, the author provides a list at the end of the book suggesting ways young readers can share the magic by being kind, caring, and helpful. Beautifully told.

Magical Mia: Kindness is Contagious

★MAGIC IS REAL and is within each one of us!★Meet Mia, a girl who knows her own power to create change. This magical soon-to-be series inspires and empowers children to change the world. With one simple act of kindness, Mia changes the course of someone’s day, and that magic spreads far beyond just one person.Magical Mia - Kindness is Contagious is an inspirational story of friendship, connection, and the ripple effect of our actions. This is a must-read for every child!Buy this book NOW for your child and as a gift for anyone who needs to know how special they are! ♥

Published March 26, 2021

About the author

Writer, Eternal Optimist, Environmentalist, Scientist, Homeschool Teacher, Girl Scout Leader, Mother, and Gardener.
Julie believes in magic and the power of love. She is an enthusiastic advocate of a growth mindset and self-improvement and is on a mission to inspire and empower children around the world.

Thanks to her mother who is a fervent reader, she developed a love of reading early on. Books have had a transformative impact on her life, and they are what she turns to when seeking guidance and understanding.

She is the mother to a funny, empathetic, sweet, creative, daughter who is her biggest source of inspiration. Yearning to instill confidence, courage, and a sense of empowerment in her daughter and other young children, she was inspired and blessed with the idea to create the Magical Mia series.
Her debut children’s book,

Magical Mia – Kindness is Contagious, empowers children to use their kind words and actions to spread joy and happiness wherever they go.

Her kind and gentle spirit, combined with her incredible powers, made her beloved among the villagers. However, Mia's powers did not come without a price. The more she used her magic, the more drained and weak she would become. To replenish her energy, Mia would often venture deep into the heart of the mystical forest. There, she would connect with the spirits of nature and draw energy from the earth itself. One day, a dark and powerful sorcerer heard tales of Mia's extraordinary powers. Consumed by jealousy and greed, the sorcerer decided to capture Mia and steal her magic for himself. With his dark forces, he created a powerful spell that would trap Mia in a never-ending sleep, preventing her from ever using her magic again. Word of the sorcerer's plan reached Mia, who knew she had to fight back and protect herself and her village. With the help of her loyal animal companions - a wise owl named Sage, a mischievous squirrel named Nutmeg, and a loyal fox named Finnegan - Mia gathered her strength and devised a plan to defeat the sorcerer. Using her powers, Mia created a powerful shield around herself, protecting her from the sorcerer's dark spells. With each attempt to capture her, the sorcerer grew weaker, while Mia grew stronger. Eventually, she was able to break free from his grasp and banish him from the village forever. Thanks to Mia's bravery and determination, the village was once again safe from harm. Her magical abilities continued to bring joy and wonder to all who encountered her. Mia became a symbol of hope and resilience, proving that even in the face of darkness, light will prevail. And so, Magical Mia's legend spread far and wide, becoming a timeless tale of courage, magic, and the power of believing in oneself..

Reviews for "Examining the Symbolism in Magical Mia: A Deeper Look into the Story"

- John Smith - 1/5 stars - I really did not enjoy reading "Magical Mia". The story felt disjointed and the characters were uninteresting. The plot lacked depth and the magic elements were not well developed. Overall, it was a disappointing read and I would not recommend it to others.

- Emily Jones - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Magical Mia" but unfortunately, it fell flat. The writing style was subpar and the dialogue felt forced. The protagonist, Mia, was not relatable and her actions seemed inconsistent throughout the book. The pacing was also off, making it a struggle to stay engaged. I was left feeling unsatisfied with the story and would not read another book by this author.

- Sarah Thompson - 2/5 stars - I found "Magical Mia" to be quite underwhelming. The plot was predictable and lacked originality. The characters were one-dimensional and their relationships lacked depth. The world-building was minimal, leaving me feeling like I was missing crucial information. Overall, it was a forgettable read and I would not recommend it to others looking for a captivating fantasy book.

Discovering the Magic Within: Lessons from Magical Mia