Beautiful message in this one. While I found a few of the pages confusing on the order to read the talk bubbles the story was amazing. Dagmara Sitek shows an easy to understand for young readers what empathy is. How your imagination is only the first step in the creation of amazing things. Cam and his siblings might not be engineers, but his imagination and creativity created a hero that all of them could believe in and helped so many that needed to believe in good.
This book was so cute. My kids enjoyed it as well. It follows a boy named Cam as he embarks on a mission to fulfill his dream that will also help many others. Will he succeed? Read to find out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Smithhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Smith2024-09-30 10:20:552024-10-01 10:10:33Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Jessica Smith
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brittany Nelsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrittany Nelson2024-09-29 21:59:472024-10-01 10:06:45Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Brittany Nelson
This book is part of the Courage Tales series, but you can definitely read them as standalones without a problem. My kiddos and I fell in love with this book immediately as we learned about Cam and his foster family. The illustrations are impeccable and really added another layer to the story. We all thoroughly enjoyed the way the conversation bubbles were created. It made us feel more like we were part of the story instead of just reading paragraphs of ‘he said, she said’ kind of narrative. The story flows wonderfully and has some truly great life lessons around being compassionate and not giving up just because you have failed. The foster family inclusion sparked great conversations in our household which made me realize just how important it is to cover in children’s books. I think this would make a marvelous addition to a library, a daycare, and even your home. I highly recommend picking it up and sharing it with the younger ones in your life.
Cam Creates a Hero is such a cute and inspiring book. Cam wants to make the world a better place. After hearing on the news about a young girl who is hurt, he wants to create a hero that will save kids who are in trouble. He and his foster siblings use cardboard and other materials to make a robot. In the light of day he looks a bit different and he doesn’t work. Cam is upset and loses faith in himself. He struggles to know how to help. While dreaming he meets his robot and he encourages him to keep drawing. Cam sets him mind to making a book that can help other kids. In his book his hero robot goes on adventures and helps others. Learning about compassion, courage, anger, and inner strength are all important life lessons and Cam must face these throughout the book. Once his book is finished he watches as the magic of his words help other children at the hospital. His robot dream comes true in a way. Such a wonderful book and the illustrations are so good! I love the look of the robot in different stages. I think that this book is great for younger readers. Kids have to navigate through so many emotions and books like this can help them grow through them, build confidence, have courage, be caring, and appreciate things in their lives. Wonderful for first libraries and bedtime stories too!
The world needs more kids like Cam!! While this is a kids book and a work of fiction, I wish this was a true story! Cam sees a need in his community for a hero and he designs a robot to help others. When his original design fails, Cam becomes upset until he’s inspired to revive his robot in a different way. This is such a touching story and I found myself tearing up as I read it. This book has wonderful illustrations but the story is one that impact many people of all ages. Please read this book and share it with others!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2024-09-27 18:18:122024-10-01 08:26:36Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Julie Johnson
I loved reading it, I cannot wait for my own kiddo to read it and see that even though stuff doesn’t always go the way you planned there’s always another way to go. I like that Cam gives hope to other children and I can’t wait to read more in the series!
I read this book with my two sons – D (age 6) and S (age 3). If you’re looking for a book to help teach kids about resilience, perseverance, and compassion, look no further!
A review from an actual kid: D (age 6) – ”The robot wasn’t in real life but he helped real life people who were sad.” S (age 3) – “The robot was a big helper!”
Loved this read. First off, I enjoyed reading about Loris in the first book, now we have Cam, I hope there is a book for Inaya as well. Cam draws a bot, Giorgio and now wants to make him really and tangible. The siblings have their struggles and it does not work out the way they expect. When Cam gets hurt, while getting upset, Giorgio comes to him in his dreams and shows him that he can help the kids by creating a story, or drawing him, that will make him real, it is the magic of art. It really breaks my heart that Cam, being so young, is so worried about other children getting abused by other families or ill in the hospital, and his sweet heart wants to make things better for them.
An absolutely sweet tale about a foster kid with a dream and a caring heart. Cam learns about children being hurt by adults from a new program. This makes him sad and determined to create a hero robot to protect those in need. It does not go his way when he tries to build his hero bot, but with a dream and determination he writes a book about his hero bot that he brings to the hospital to share with the children there. This story shares what empathy a person can feel for others and how this turns into a drive to help. It shares that when putting your mind to it that you can do great things.
Foster child Cam, after watching a news report, decides he wants to help others so he builds a robot with the help of his foster siblings. Wonderful illustrations, wonderful story. This is a real feel good kind of book.
Cam Creates a Hero is the second book in the Courage Tales series by Dagmara Sitek, who has lovingly crafted another wonderfully meaningful children’s story – with lovely, colourful illustrations that help to bring the story to life.
When Cam hears about a little girl who was hurt by her stepmother, he can’t stop thinking about her and how he can help, so using his creativity he sets out to do something about it- building a hero-bot to help protect kids in trouble. With a whole lot of determination, planning, persistence, trial + error, and a touch of magic – Hero Bot Georgio comes to life. This little adventure is aimed at children aged 6 to 12 years-old — but I feel there is value to the story that will ensure that the book can be enjoyed and appreciated by all ages. This is not only a cute tale but teaches valuable life lessons along the way. Inspiring emotional empathy/compassion, creativity, persistence, strength of character, kindness, resilience, following your dreams, problem solving, and more. This was such a lovely, heartwarming story that left me with all the ‘feel-good’ vibes of a meaningful story. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2024-09-25 23:56:222024-10-01 07:38:16Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series Book #2) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Angela Hayes
Artistic Cam is doing a school project when he sees the news of a little girl in the hospital because her step mom hurt her. Cam feeling so sad and upset decides to make a hero robot that will help protect little kids. After seeing the robot is not working; Cam has a dream about Giorgio and writes a book that he can share with his foster family and the sick kids in the hospital. The kids loved it so much it brought Giorgio to life.
To think the magic that was found all started with a simple drawing and a dream.
I think it’s an adorable book about determination, dreams and empathy for those around us; how we can bring light and magic to others. We can achieve our goals with a little determination, dreams and a little bit of magic inside us.
I love the story behind the book. Well written and very inspiring. I would give it 5 stars if the chat boxes were easier to follow in order of conversation (thinking from a child’s perspective). Overall the message it sends is hope, love for others and we all have a little bit of magic in ourselves.
4.5 stars Cam Creates A Hero is an engaging and captivating read for the curious and kind at heart. Imagine wanting something and it comes to life right out of your drawing. I imagined the Transformers sounds when he came to life. Your very own hero bot. It is thanks to Lau Franks wonderful colourful illustrations that this story comes to life. This is the second engaging educational tale in the Courage Tales series where fostering children’s self-esteem, emotional wellbeing and feeling safe for those in foster care is the name of the game. As with Loris Opens Up His Heart this one will hit you in all the feels as well. It teaches valuable and important life lessons all rolled up in a great tale. Cam has a big heart and doesn’t want anyone being hurt if he can help it. What would be more help than a robot that could defend those who are in need of defending. Its not just a story there are added goodies to be found as well. Happy Reading.
This was a really sweet book. Cam is a foster kid with a mission. There are a few darker mentions in this story, so be prepared. It is handled very well though. I believe in kids knowing these types of things happen in life. This author touches on them gently and beautifully. This story mentions real life things, including heavy emotions, but also includes a little imagination for the young reader. Cam feels a lot of sadness and tries to build a robot. Can he succeed? Is there hope out there when so many bad things happen? This is the perfect book to answer that question.
I picked up this book expecting quite a fun and lighthearted kids story. But what we got felt like it was so much more than that. I loved the fact that Cam is a foster kid. This is something we have talked about as a family quite a lot recently as one of our close friends has an adopted little girl. And although there is a difference, this really helped to reinforce the message of being able to choose your family and who you want to love! The book itself was really well written and genuinely a joy to read. We all seemed to get so much from this book and both my kids and I thoroughly enjoyed it. This is one of those books that seems to stay with you long after reading it and I personally already cannot wait to read it again! I would highly recommend this book.
Cam creates a hero by Dagmara Sitek and illustrated by Lau Frank. This is a childrens book about kids in a foster home who hear about a kid being hurt by her step mom. Cam wants to do something about it so he creates a robot that is meant to help protect. Upon it not working he gets upset. This book will show you the art of story telling and how the power it can have in healing. With beautiful illustrations we get to see all the children and have a very beautiful visualization through the art work. This is a great story to tell your children and grandchildren along with generations yet to come. it shows them the importance of story telling and its healing power through words and art.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ellahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElla2024-09-25 14:24:072024-10-01 07:42:34Cam created a hero (courage tale series) by Dagmara Sitek -Reviewed by Ella Gleason
Cam Creates A Hero” is a delightful addition to children’s literature that successfully blends a heartwarming narrative with essential life lessons. Dagmara Sitek has crafted a story that not only entertains young readers but also empowers them with vital skills for personal growth.
The book addresses heavy themes such as courage, compassion, and emotional intelligence, making it an exemplary growth mindset resource for kids. Children are encouraged to dream big, to not shy away from their emotions, and to understand the value of inner strength. The relatable characters and scenarios reflect real-life challenges, enabling children to see themselves in the story, making the lessons feel applicable and accessible.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Crainhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Crain2024-09-25 12:38:082024-10-01 07:42:27Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Jennifer Crain
This book really tugs at the heartstrings. Cam wans to create something to help other children that have been hurt or traumatized by adults. My eyes tended to leak as I read this story because as one of those kids growing up, I wish someone had been there. Cam wanted to make a robot protector but it didn’t go very well. As a bookworm, I loved his idea of turning his robot into a book that could be shared with the children in the hospital. This was such a wonderful idea. Cam is one of my favorite series because it brings such hopeful messages. This story brings up so many emotions. As a nubie author, I would love to create a superhero story like Cam for all the hurt kids. This story gives hope and love. I shared it and hugs with my grandchildren. It’s been requested a couple times already. I’m going to buy some extra copies for our Kinship agency to give out. It’s a wonderfully illustrated story that should be shared with everyone. The message it delivers is worth sharing everywhere.
RUMBLE! CLICK! WHOOSH! Suddenly, Cam’s sketches burst into life with mysterious sounds echoing through his world. What was once just drawings on paper has now transformed into an incredible hero bot!
Dive into this touching, inspirational tale of resilience as Cam and his foster siblings tackle challenges, discover inner strength, and turn everyday moments into something magical.
This emotional story will grip young hearts, teaching them about compassion, creativity, and determination.
Dagmara is a Montreal-based mother of two, who is committed to children’s education and emotional well-being. Born in Poland, and living in Canada, Dagmara Sitek wears many hats—a mom, a wife, and a digital marketer in her 9-to-5 world. Once a kid who loved drawing and writing, she jumped into writing children’s books because she realized something important – not all kids get a fair shot at life. Her debut as an author merges childhood passions with a new mission – to bring hope and awareness to children’s struggles.
“Loris Opens Up His Heart” by Dagmara Sitek was inspired by the tragic story of 8-year-old Kamilek from Czestochowa, who died due to mistreatment by his stepfather. It is a testament to the power of empathy and compassion. It models positive interactions and helps kids put themselves in someone else’s shoes. More importantly, it encourages them to help one another and overcome fears.
RUMBLE! CLICK! WHOOSH! Suddenly, Cam’s sketches burst into life with mysterious sounds echoing through his world. What was once just drawings on paper has now transformed into an incredible hero bot!
Dive into this touching, inspirational tale of resilience as Cam and his foster siblings tackle challenges, discover inner strength, and turn everyday moments into something magical.
This emotional story will grip young hearts, teaching them about compassion, creativity, and determination.
Loris is a young child who comes into a new foster family, there are already two children there and they try to get Loris to join in with their everyday activities.
They try to get him to talk during mealtimes, join in at school and one of the things that Loris is invited to take part in, is a race, but he just stays in his room, or on his own with his hood up.
What happened in Loris’s life and will he ever open up to his new family? This is a tale of kindness, compassion and understanding where young children can safely explore difficult emotions and open up themselves.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2024-06-05 12:01:122024-08-15 12:01:30Loris Opens Up His Heart: An Emotional Story For Kids (Courage Tales) Dagmara Sitek and Lau Frank – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
This was the first book I’d read by this author, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was blown away by how amazing it was! I read this with both of my kids who are 8 and 12 years old, and they loved it as well. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous and really add depth to the story. It helped keep my youngest’s attention as well. This is such a beautiful book about resilience and the turbulent times that children can encounter. I especially loved that this focuses on foster kids because they do see the world differently, but they still need love, care, and attention. Sometimes they put up that wall of isolation to stay safe, and this story really shows how to support someone going through that. I highly recommend picking this up for your classroom, library, or home to share with the younger ones in your life. It teaches empathy and emotions as well as different situations that others go through.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2024-06-04 19:52:302024-08-15 11:59:21Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Shannen Kern
This is my first time reading Dagmara Sitek. I’m sooo happy I did. It has great artwork, the colors really contrast perfectly together and the visual of the main characters’ feelings was excellently done. This book was a great match for tonight’s read as my nephew was in foster care. It was a good representation to show him that he wasn’t alone and not to hold his emotions in, and that it’s okay to let people in. you could he that he was really intrigued while we were reading I look forward to reading more work from this author 😀
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Hannah porterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHannah porter2024-06-02 22:39:022024-08-15 11:51:05Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Hannah Porter
This is such a great book for young children. I have read several of this authors books and they have all been fantastic to read to my granddaughter. The illustrations are fabulous as always. The story is so heart felt and genuine and told in such a great way for children to understand.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rita Whitehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRita White2024-06-02 21:16:442024-08-15 11:47:02Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Rita White
I loved this. It’s about a child who is lost and unhappy and how the simple hand of friendship can make the world of difference to how a child is feeling. It’s about kids showing bravery and strength, it tells us how children should behave and will help children talk about how they are feeling. It’s aimed at young children but the message portrayed in it can be for anyone of any age to take note of.
Loris is a foster child who is not sure who to trust, and prefers to stay to himself. When he comes to live with Cam, Inaya, and their mother, he struggles to adjust to a home life that is so different from the bad home life he is used to. Cam and Inaya try to involve Loris in the fundraiser run that they are organizing for a friend, but he doesn’t feel safe joining in until Cam is being bullied, and then he stands up for his new foster siblings. This book may not have the “warm fuzzies” from the beginning, but by the end, you will find yourself feeling for Loris and his journey. This is a great book for young kids, and for teaching children about foster children situations and the emotions that can come from it. I feel like this is also a good way to help people of any age to remember that you don’t know the full story of someone’s life, so being kind and being there for them, and not leaving them in their time of struggle, is often the most help you can give them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2024-05-29 20:47:432024-07-10 10:43:36Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Candice Estes
This is one of the most beautiful reads in the recent times. The story is centered around the emotions felt by a boy in a foster care, Loris. When he finally finds his forever home, Loris is reluctant and unwilling to run a charity cause. When they dig deeper, there are plethora of emotions, anger, fear of being left alone,fear and frustration. It is a very emotional read which tugs at your heart. I am going to reread this book again with my whole family.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anantha Rusumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnantha Rusum2024-05-28 16:13:512024-07-10 10:38:39Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Anantha Rusum
What a touching story! Loris has been in the foster system after a really terrible home life. He has trust issues and refuses to open up to anyone. He moves to a home with a new family that includes Cam, Inaya, and their foster mom. He initially refuses to open up whatsoever as he doesn’t trust anyone. His heart however slowly opens the more time he spends with this family and the story illustrates the beauty and bravery of opening up your heart even when it’s scary.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa2024-05-26 17:34:592024-07-10 10:35:23Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Melissa Saxton
Loris opens up his heart by Dagmara Sitek was a precious, meaningful, heartwarming, important children’s story. The story focuses on Loris, who is a foster child, who doesn’t want to open up to his new family because he doesn’t feel like he belongs even though they invite him to participate and include him in their fun. It’s not until his foster brother is having trouble finishing a race to raise money for a sick young girls treatment that he uncovers himself, opens up his heart, and finishes the race for everyone. This is definitely an emotional story and could also potentially be a triggering one, but it shows the importance of acceptance, forgiveness, and new beginnings. The illustrations throughout the book were wonderfully done as well. There were a few instances that the dialogue sounded disjointed as if maybe the authors first language was something other than English, but it wasn’t a big deal. Wonderful book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Micalahhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMicalah2024-05-20 20:56:552024-07-10 09:58:22Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz
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