Playtimes HK Magazine February 2018 Issue | Page 25

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How Are You Feeling Today?
By Molly Potter
How Are You Feeling Today? is a great
book for children who struggle to deal
with their emotions, or tend to keep things
inside. They can choose a feeling that
relates to them and then turn to the page
that provides child-friendly strategies for
dealing with that feeling.
Available from Book Wise, $145
The Invisible String
By Patrice Karst
According to the twins' mum, the invisible
string reaches from heart to heart – be it to
a loved one far away or a parent in the next
room. This delightful book illustrates a new
way to cope with something all children
and parents confront sooner or later – a
child's fear of loneliness and separation. It
teaches us that we are never really alone.
Available from Book Wise, $195
Boogie Bear
By David Walliams and Tony Ross
Up at the North Pole, a big furry polar bear
is swimming, fishing and eating. When she
nods off and finds herself far from home,
she thinks things can't get any worse,
but they can … This is an outrageously
funny picture book with a heartwarming
message about celebrating difference – in
all its forms. Available from Booktique. $182
Happy to Be Blu
By Sheetal Tahilramani
Blu is a tiny, sweet raindrop who is about
to go on a big and wild adventure. As he
twists and turns, he learns to let go of his
fear and enjoy the ride, all whilst learning
that change can't change who he is on the
inside. Available from Bookazine, $100
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After the Fall
By Dan Santat
What happened after Humpty Dumpty had
a great fall? Poor Humpty is so afraid of
heights, he can't bear to reach his favourite
cereal on the top shelf at the supermarket.
But one day, fuelled by his passion for
birdwatching, he decides to conquer his
fears. Available from Book Depository, $66
We’re All Wonders
By RJ Palacio
The best-selling book and hit movie Wonder
inspired people around the world. Now
younger readers can meet Auggie Pullman,
an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face,
in this gorgeous picture book that taps into
every child’s longing to belong.
Available from Bookazine, $110.
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