Hanna Asks for Help

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Hanna Asks for Help turns a familiar classroom wobble into a warm, funny lesson about asking for support. Tom Percival’s Big Bright Feelings style is reassuring without becoming preachy, and Hanna’s mix of sporting confidence and mathematical frustration makes this a particularly useful choice for children who think being stuck means they are not good at something. A lovely springboard for conversations about different strengths, teamwork and the surprisingly brave business of saying, “Can you help me?”

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What is Hanna Asks for Help about?

Hanna excels at sports but struggles with maths, finding it a real puzzle. Despite her efforts, she can't seem to grasp it. Eventually, she musters the courage to ask for help, leading to a transformative experience that teaches her the value of seeking assistance and the joy of learning together.

About the author

Tom Percival is a much-loved author and illustrator from the UK. He creates heart-warming picture books and stories for children, such as the popular 'Big Bright Feelings' series and 'Ruby's Worry'. Tom enjoys helping children explore their feelings through his wonderful stories and colourful illustrations.

Discussion ideas around Hanna Asks for Help

Different strengths: Hanna is brilliant at sports but finds maths difficult. What do you think this shows about being good at different things?

Feeling stuck: How might Hanna feel when the maths problems do not make sense, and what could help her feel less worried?

Asking for help: Why can asking for help feel difficult sometimes, even when we really need it?

Helping each other: What kinds of help might children in a class give one another, and how can helping someone make both people feel?

Learning together: Think of something you once found tricky. How might working with someone else have changed the experience?