The Boy and His Higher Self

The Boy and His Higher Self, written by Ricardo Santa Cruz and illustrated by Yuko Kondo, is a thoughtful and beautifully illustrated book that introduces children ages 4-8 years old to the concept of intuition. It can be difficult to teach children what it means to “listen to your gut” or “trust your intuition,” especially when these ideas can feel abstract.

In this story, the boy’s “higher self” is represented as a friendly, cheerful cloud-like character who helps him understand how his intuition can guide and support him. This creative visual makes a complex concept much easier for children to understand.

The story also provides opportunities to start conversations about positive self-talk, self-awareness, and the importance of taking time to pause and reflect. In our busy world, it can be challenging for both children and adults to slow down and sit quietly with their thoughts. The Boy and His Higher Self offers a gentle reminder that reflection can help us better understand our feelings, thoughts, and intuition.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ricardo Santa Cruz currently lives in Xala, located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, a project of which he is a co-founding partner. All proceeds from The Boy and His Higher Self will be given to The Xala Foundation, aimed at helping to educate and bring opportunities to marginalized communities from the region. You can learn more at theboyandhishigherself.com and thexalafoundation.org.

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