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Reviewed by Luwi Nyakansaila for Readers' Favorite
The Heart of a Leader is an inspiring children’s picture book written by Dr. Josh McConkey with illustrations by Yakovetic. It follows Gabe, a young boy who loves playing soccer and caring for his friends. Although he is not the tallest or fastest member of his school’s soccer team, Gabe is the heart of the team. He is an outstanding leader who ensures that every person feels welcome and supported. He greets any newcomer, motivates players, and if they lose the game, he is always ready to console them. If someone ridicules his team, he does not seek revenge but, on the contrary, consoles his team members. Furthermore, when his team wins, he shows respect to his competitors. Join Gabe and his friends to learn more about the qualities that make a true leader.
The Heart of a Leader is an amazing story that shows children the values of effective leadership through interesting characters and situations. All kids will like Gabe as he is very loving and empathic, and is also someone they can root for. His teammates and friends are characters that any child can easily identify with as they get excited, discouraged, and sometimes just need a helping hand. Their teamwork and ability to keep going even when they have been knocked down are what stood out about them. Dr. Josh McConkey’s narration brings everything to life. The language is clear and smooth, and makes reading easier for children. What really ties it all together are the illustrations with bright colors that attract attention and expressions that convey characters' emotions excellently. Small details like Gabe cleaning up after a game are heartwarming. The book has interactive activities that can be performed both in the classroom and at home in a smaller setting. They demonstrate that good leadership entails uplifting people so that there is accomplishment through mutual efforts. I enjoyed reading this book. It is a good choice for anyone who wants to teach their kids about friendship and leadership.
