How? How would you bring the 22 mystical archetypes to readertotz? Author Abigail Samoun has done so with her beautiful affirmations for every child.
"Fear not, brave one--
you have everything you need!
You have wisdom behind you.
You are cared for.
You are safe."
Each statement is connected to a numbered archetype. The above is: The Magician, The High Priestess, The Empress, and The Emperor.
Illustrator Kelly Anne Dalton's single page images capture the sentiment of the archetype and text in a child-centric way. A trusted friend, for The Lovers, is a stuffed lion with the toddler. The quiet place to hear your inner voice, The Hermit, is the child potty training.
If you'd like to introduce your first readers to the tarot, and affirm who they are, Tarot for Baby is a lovely place to begin.
by Abigail Samoun
illustrated by Kelly Anne Dalton
Rodale Kids, 2022
