Human Kindness

"Filled with stories of amazing people whose superpower is their compassion towards others – from Harriet Tubman, who saved hundreds of people from a life of slavery, to Joshua Coombes, who gives free haircuts to homeless people - this is a timely and important book and leaves you inspired by the little things we can do to make the world a better place to live in."

* BookTrust *

"This is a gorgeous and clever look at kindness from 'The Planetwalker' John Francis ... The illustrations by Josy Bloggs are vibrant and diverse. I loved this book very much. Every school and home should own it."

* Gardners Magazine *

"Francis’ message is positive and hopeful: acts of kindness, big and small, help to shape humanity and make the world a better place."

* Juno Magazine *

"Exploring true stories of human kindness from around the world and throughout history, this is an uplifting illustrated nonfiction book. Including the story of Harriet Tubman, the Nomads Clinic, the Linda Lindas and more, themes of human rights, slavery, resilience and making the world a better place are explored. Perfect for teachers who are setting expectations and encouraging positive behaviours, it’s also ideal to read and discuss with KS2 classes at the start of the school year."

-- Tom Tolkien * School Reading List *

"Packed with fun facts and inspirational quotes, this book reinforces the benefits from acts of kindness." 

* Creative Steps Magazine *

"Warm-hearted and inspirational."

-- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *

"Josy Bloggs’ illustrations are a beautiful complement to this uplifting book that would be a perfect complement to Empathy Day." 

-- Emma Dunn and Helen Symington * The Scotsman *

"Be prepared for inspiration, be prepared for wonder, for learning and for discovery."

* Armadillo Magazine *

"For a school with a values-driven curriculum, this book is a rich source of information and discussion and a useful starting point for some interesting classroom work." 

-- Liz Broad * Just Imagine *

"I loved this book very much. Every school and home should own it." 

-- Cat Anderson * The Edinburgh Bookshop *

"Be they large or small, acts of kindness make the world a better place so, with its warm, bright illustrations by Josy Bloggs, this is a book that I’d like to see in primary classrooms and on family bookshelves."

-- Jill Bennett * RedReading H