Discover a range of heartwarming stories that inspire kindness in young readers, whilst imparting valuable life lessons. From tales of friendship, to poignant moments of self-discovery, our carefully curated selection is designed to foster empathy and promote understanding.
The Hugasaurus
9781408367308 | Orchard | Board Book
Rachel Bright, Illustrated by Chris Chatterton
One sunny morning, a happy little Hugasaurus waves goodbye to her Pappysaur and sets off into the world on her own for the very first time. When she finds a playground, some new friends welcome her to their games. But it isn’t long before the other little dinosaurs start to squabble.
Can Hugasaurus bring her new friends back together using the magical power of kindness?
Here We Are
9780008266172 | HarperCollins | PB
Oliver Jeffers
Our world can be a bewildering place, especially if you’ve only just got here. Your head will be filled with questions, so let’s explore what makes our planet and how we live on it.
From land and sky, to people and time, these notes can be your guide and start you on your journey. And you’ll figure lots of things out for yourself. Just remember to leave notes for everyone else… Some things about our planet are pretty complicated, but things can be simple, too: you’ve just got to be kind.
The Invisible
9781471191305 | Simon & Schuster | PB
Tom Percival
The Invisible is the story of a young girl called Isabel and her family. They don’t have much, but they have what they need to get by. Until one day, there isn’t enough money to pay their rent and bills and they have to leave their home full of happy memories and move to the other side of the city.
It is the story of a girl who goes on to make one of the hardest things anyone can ever make…a difference.
The Last Bear
9780008411312 | HarperCollins | PB
Hannah Gold
This moving story will win the hearts of children the world over and show them that no one is too young or insignificant to make a difference. The Last Bear is a celebration of the love between a child and an animal, a battle cry for our world and an irresistible adventure with a heart as big as a bear’s.
The Boy at the Back of the Class
9781510105010 | Orion | PB
Onjali Q. Rauf
When a new boy joins their class, a group of children try to befriend him. They soon learn that Ahmet is a refugee and has been separated from his family. None of the grown-ups seem to be able to help him, so the friends come up with a daring plan, embarking on an extraordinary adventure.
