About This Book
Reach for this book when your child has had their first major 'falling out' with a best friend and is struggling with the heavy, confusing mix of anger and loneliness that follows. It is a quiet, contemplative story about two young animal friends who enjoy a perfect bond until a moment of thoughtlessness leads to a quarrel. The narrative validates the deep sadness children feel when a friendship is fractured while gently showing that making the first move to apologize is an act of bravery. Sam McBratney, the author of Guess How Much I Love You, uses his signature gentle pacing to explore the vulnerability of saying 'I'm sorry.' Ideal for children aged 3 to 7, this book provides a safe space to discuss the concept of reconciliation. It helps parents move beyond the 'just say you're sorry' command and into a deeper conversation about empathy, the value of friendship, and how to heal after a hurt.
