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Barefoot Books

Making Happy

Making Happy

Supporting difficult times in a sensitive and uplifting way.

€9,95 EUR
€9,95 EUR
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When Leila's mother gets sick, lots of things change for her family. But one important thing stays the same: they still have each other, and they know how to find joy and laughter when they need it most! The poetic, uplifting story and hopeful ending are based on the author's own experience battling cancer as the parent of young children.

Recommended Age

Approximately 6-10 year olds.

Product Details

Paperback
Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 27.2 cm
Page Count: 32 pages

Awards, Accolades & Media Reviews

- Bank Street’s Best Children’s Book of the Year, 2023
- Bronze IPPY Award-Winner, 2023
- Hot Off the Press Reading List, Children’s Book Council, 2022

“What a beautiful book” – Youth Services Book Review

“A beautifully rendered story about courage in the face of turmoil” – Kirkus Reviews

“A sympathetic, supportive portrayal of coping with a parent’s illness, from how it can impact daily life and emotions to finding hope and resilience along the way” – Booklist

“Eloquently written and splendidly illustrated with gorgeous tapestry designs” – San Francisco Book Review

“There is something powerful about reading Making Happy with your child, a shared picture book experience that we think will remain in your memories for years and years to come” – Toka Box

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