Ages 5–9

Each Kindness

by Jacqueline Woodson

Chloe and her friends ignore the new girl, Maya. When Maya moves away, Chloe realises she missed her chance to be kind.

Why we recommend this book

An honest story about small kindnesses and regret that sparks real conversations about how we treat others.

What your child can learn

Kindness
Inclusion
Regret

Age: Ages 5–9
Language: English
Publisher: Nancy Paulsen Books
First published: 2012
ISBN: 9780399246524

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