Description
Book SynopsisA heartfelt picture book that explains empathy, told in simple words.
Some friends need a great big hug to make them feel well.
Some prefer to be alone. Some listen, others tell
the most adventurous stories of the times that went before!
Some friends may not want to talk about them anymore.
How to Mend a Friend is a heartfelt picture book which touches on empathy, loss and friendship.
At times, we all feel a little bit broken. Karl's simple text is a guide on How to Mend a Friend, whether it's a friend with a broken toy, a broken heart, a loss they can't explain or the sadness that comes when someone else eats the last cookie.
Featuring a child and an imaginary animal friend, children will find it easy to relate to the story throughout, whilst learning how they might support a friend who feels sad.
Trade ReviewThis book explores the differences amongst us all. It shows us how important it is to recognise what each and every one of us prefers in friendships, what kind of friends we are and that it's ok to enjoy doing certain things with some friends and not with others. The beautiful rhyming style adopted by this story will let you flow seamlessly through the book as you read it out loud to children. The story provides perfect discussion opportunities surrounding our own and our friends' preferences; reflecting on ways in which we are difference and accepting these differences as what makes us all unique. A few lovely and thought-provoking quotes from the story that stuck with me: 'Some friends say a flower helps a heart that has an ache. Some prefer an ice-cream or a homemade chocolate cake.' and 'Some friends will grow old with you. Some may come and go. Some will teach you things about yourself you didn't know.' * Early Years Educator *
Karl Newson's touching picture book explores how different people react in difficult times. With simple but poetic text, it gives even very young children insights into friendship and empathy. The book explores differences between people, the nature of friendship - why some friendships are there forever and others don't stay the course. Clara Anganuzzi's illustrations are comforting and evocative, and there's extra poignancy in a story that was inspired by the author's own experience of dark times during illness - and the friends and supporters who helped mend him. * Absolutely Mama *
How to Mend a Friend is illustrated by the brilliant Clara Anganuzzi, who took my words and brought them to life, giving each line a feel and a vibe of its own, making each and every moment understandable and making it a story we could share with everyone. * Books Trust *
