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From the award-winning author of All the Ways to Be Smart, comes a warm and whimsical guide to negotiating new experiences and big emotions with empathy, kindness and words from the heart.

WINNER OF THE ABIA CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2023
A CBCA NOTABLE PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023
SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPEECH PATHOLOGY AUSTRALIA BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR BIRTH TO THREE AWARD 2023

I’m not brave enough today. Maybe next time.
You’re hurting my feelings right now.
Want to join in?

A warm and whimsical guide to negotiating life’s little moments and big emotions with empathy, kindness and words from the heart.

From award-winning and much-loved author Davina Bell and exciting new illustrator, Hilary Jean Tapper.

‘A soothing story with gentle tips on how to respond with compassion and care when life gets tricky … The ideal book to gently encourage young readers to open up about their feelings’ Sydney Morning Herald

The book supports young readers in navigating difficult emotions and challenging situations. This book offers gentle guidance that fosters empathy, inclusion, and self-acceptance, making it an invaluable resource for social-emotional learning. Through its thoughtful narrative, children learn to understand people’s feelings (ACPPS005 – Foundation Year, Health and Physical Education) and develop essential social skills, such as empathy, inclusivity and encouraging others (ACPPS004, ACPPS019 – Foundation Year to Year 2, Health and Physical Education). By addressing the importance of self-acceptance (ACPPS024 – Years 1 and 2, Health and Physical Education), this book empowers children to embrace their uniqueness and support their peers, creating a more inclusive and compassionate environment.