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The Boy who Built a Wall Around Himself

By Ali Redford

Adjectives

heartwarming insightful uplifting

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

A young boy, feeling hurt and alone, builds a wall around himself to stay safe. But when Someone Kind appears, playing and painting near his wall, he starts to wonder if life beyond his barrier might be happier. This beautifully illustrated story helps children aged 4 to 9 understand and express their feelings, especially after difficult experiences, and encourages them to open up to others.

About the author

Ali Redford is a talented author who enjoys writing stories that help children understand their feelings and emotions. Her book, 'A Volcano in My Tummy', is well-known and helps young people learn how to handle big feelings like anger. Ali loves helping children grow, learn, and feel confident about themselves.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2015

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