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I Can Be Patient

Teaching young children the value of patience and emotional awareness

Campbell Books author Marie Paruit illustrator

Format:Board book

Publisher:Pan Macmillan

Published:27th May '21

Should be back in stock very soon

I Can Be Patient cover

This engaging board book introduces young readers to the concept of patience. I Can Be Patient encourages emotional intelligence through interactive elements.

The book I Can Be Patient is a delightful novelty board book designed to teach young children the importance of patience. Through engaging flaps, tabs, and sliders, it introduces the concept of waiting and helps children understand their emotions. This interactive approach not only captures their attention but also encourages them to develop their emotional intelligence in a fun and relatable way.

Illustrated beautifully by Marie Paruit, each page of I Can Be Patient is filled with vibrant images that resonate with young readers. Parents and caregivers will find this book to be an excellent resource for discussing feelings and emotions with their little ones. The gentle guidance provided by Early Years expert Dr. Janet Rose offers valuable tips and insights, making it easier for adults to support children as they navigate their emotional landscapes.

Part of the Little Big Feelings series, I Can Be Patient has received endorsements from Dr. Amanda Gummer’s Good Play Guide, highlighting its educational value. This series aims to help children recognize and articulate their feelings, preparing them for a lifetime of emotional awareness. Other titles in the series include I Like to be Kind, Sometimes I am Worried, Sometimes I am Angry, When I am Happy, and I Can Say Sorry, all of which complement the themes presented in this charming book.

A lovely series of books with colourful illustrations and interactive pages that encourage children to explore and share their emotions. The wheels, flaps and sliders provided great discussion points … and are great for reading together as they raise a lot of questions to get the whole family talking about their feelings. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

ISBN: 9781529060720

Dimensions: 197mm x 196mm x 14mm

Weight: 278g

10 pages