Meesha Makes Friends by Tom Percival

Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE OSCAR BOOK PRIZE 2021

'An absolute darling of a book. Its portrayal of children who find it hard to communicate, or have specific interests that are puzzling to others, is kind, sensitive and warming' Discover Children's Books

Meesha loves making things . . . but there's one thing she finds difficult to make - friends. She doesn't know quite what to do, what to say or when to say it. But one day she discovers that she has a special talent that might just help her navigate social situations - and maybe even make new friends.

A warm and affectionate look at the joys and difficulties of making and keeping friends, relating to others, and finding your place in the world.

Empowering and emotionally resonant, Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for conversations about mental and emotional health, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child's bookshelf should contain his books.

Review: An absolute darling of a book. Its portrayal of children who find it hard to communicate, or have specific interests that are puzzling to others, is kind, sensitive and warming. So many books assume that young children are gregarious and find socialising easy whereas many, just like Meesha, find it baffling and confusing... a must for every classroom and a favourite for quieter children everywhere -- Caryl Hart * Discover Children's Books *
Meesha really can make anything. She will make you appreciate how great it is to just be yourself; she will make you understand that you don't need to force a friendship. Meesha will make you happy, Meesha will you make smile. Meesha will make you fall in love with just being you * James Sinclair, Autistic & Unapologetic *
A sweet and uplifting story that celebrates diversity ... and inspires children to dare to be different and have the courage to stand out * BookTrust on PERFECTLY NORMAN *
A joyous, original paean to individuality * Guardian on PERFECTLY NORMAN *
If you need a book that tackles overcoming fears and finding your own rightful place in this world, then this is it * PictureBooksBlogger on RAVI'S ROAR *
If your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it * Parents in Touch on RUBY'S WORRY *
This beautifully illustrated book offers a creative way to explore how unaddressed anger can build up and the impact this can have on relationships and social dynamics. * Empathylab on RAVI'S ROAR