Official Review: Dynomike: Pay It Forward

Cruisemomma · Post by **Cruisemomma** » 03 Mar 2020, 11:52

This is the perfect book for my 8-year old to read. Helping others is a must especially in today's crazy world. Thanks for your review!

aacodreanu · Post by **aacodreanu** » 03 Mar 2020, 11:55

The first strong point of the book mentioned in the review is the idea of "passing it forward". A great way to teach children generosity, especially that this is not an inborn feature of humanity.
I am not disturbed by "hungry" or the other slang word, I think children come across slang early enough and with much worse of it too.
Definitely, the good proofreading is a plus, I would say a prerequisite in children's books.
Thank you for the detailed review.

Kelsey Hatch · Post by **Kelsey Hatch** » 03 Mar 2020, 11:57

When I hear the term "paying it forward," it is usually in the monetary sense, such as paying for the person behind you in line at a drive-thru. This book emphasizes that kind actions have a ripple effect and, through paying it forward, we can impact more people than we realize. The cute animals and easy-to-follow language certainly help kids understand the lesson. Thanks for a comprehensive review!

Cecilia_L · Post by **Cecilia_L** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:03

This looks like a cute book. It is curious that "new friend" doesn't have a name--I know little ones will want to know it. I love the "pay it forward" message that it portrays.

Nizar Ali Shah · Post by **Nizar Ali Shah** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:05

The message Dynomike to spreading in this bright and engaging children s book that it is.It is good to help others not for reward just to be a friend to someone in need and this is a great lesson for children.

Tars · Post by **Tars** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:08

Way out of my age group, so I really don't have nor use nor interest in children's books. To tell the truth - I don't even know how to judge them properly and as such I prefer to skip this one. Congrats on BOTD!

Tim Terry · Post by **Tim Terry** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:11

Getting children to read is always a plus, and teaching them some life lessons and compassion, at the same time is a plus. I am not sure why children's books are written in rhyming language, but that seems to be the norm. This sounds like a good series for children and I hope they become popular and loved as much as some of the classics. Thanks for a thorough review which was interesting to read.

Chika T C · Post by **Chika T C** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:11

This book honestly contains a great lesson which I feel everyone should learn from childhood. In our generation, I feel we need to learn to pay it forward. This should be learnt on time... This book is really suitable for children of that age bracket as you stated in your review. Nice review. Thanks.

LICIA20 · Post by **LICIA20** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:23

Paying it forward is an important lesson to teach children. Dynomike sounds like a cute and likeable character. Thanks for the review.

Oyedeji Okikioluwa · Post by **Oyedeji Okikioluwa** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:24

I love an educative children book that is also filled with humour. Helping others without expecting a return is a vital lesson to make our world a better place. Nice review.

kmittag67 · Post by **kmittag67** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:32

Thank you for your great review. I love the pay it forward concept in a book for children. A wonderful way to teach children about helping others and doing good deeds. Since this is a rhyming book, it will attract the attention of the children as they are fascinated and intrigued by what is happening in the book. I do agree with your opinion of slang not being appropriate for young readers. I also agree with your assessment that this book is a great reading tool for teachers and parents. The children will love it.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:34

Seems interesting and feels like a great read for kids. Thanks for recommending this book.

Nkoo · Post by **Nkoo** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:40

I enjoy reading children's books; there are always great morals to learn from them. I also love the idea of "paying it forward"; children, adults, young, and old need to imbibe same. It will make the world better.

LauraLeeWasHere · Post by **LauraLeeWasHere** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:54

Your review was great as it usually is, but my take on the book was slightly different. Granted it was far superior to most children's books because it contained no vampires or werewolves. However, I had the feeling that it could have been "more". As if I had been promised a great meal and handed a hamburger stuck under a heat lamp all day. Somehow, I felt a bit let down. Like he had missed the mark.

And if you're wondering how old I am, I am 53 ... and a half.

LLR

Post by **Sanju Lali** » 03 Mar 2020, 12:57

An interesting children’s book "Dynomike: Pay It Forward" by Frankie B. Rabbi, which is about helping others without expecting anything in return. The lead character Dynomike helps his friend Spunky stop a banana cart from sliding downhill, and tells him to pass the favor to others who are in need. A great book for children.