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Sophie's Shell

Jo Rooks author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:American Psychological Association

Published:20th Aug '19

Should be back in stock very soon

Sophie's Shell cover

Sophie was always ponders big questions, like

Why is the sky blue?
Why are raindrops wet?
What are stars made of?

But when Sophie starts school, there's a wobbly feeling in her tummy and she can't help popping back into her shell.

She is left with one big question: Why am I so shy?

When Sophie meets Stanley, she realizes that she's not the only one who feels shy. Can she gain the confidence to help a new friend?

A heart warming tale about a sensitive snail who overcomes her shyness with a little help from her new friends.

“With the theme of friendship, kindness and empathy, readers will enjoy the journey Sophie goes on to become brave. Children who are shy will relate to Sophie while children who are not shy will gain empathy for their peers. I recommend this book for elementary age libraries. This is a book that children will want to read over and over.” —Oregon Coast Youth Book Preview Center

“This book is perfect to share if your little one is shy or over-anxious about going to school for the very first time.  It will be a great tool that will open up dialogue about feelings, coping methods and how to gain self-confidence in social situations. Care, acceptance, praise, patience and love will draw those who are shy out of their shells and a HUGE coming out party is definitely in order when success has been achieved.  I highly recommend this book.” —Storywraps

“The series is perfect for young children who are working with issues of shyness, self-acceptance, and courage, and discovering new talents, skills and hard work. There is simplicity in the text and the illustrations are happy and bright and compliment the emotions and themes in each book. This series is sure to boost the self-confidence of children.” —Children’s Books Heal

ISBN: 9781433830891

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

32 pages