A gentle, trusted picture book for helping children (ages 4–7) understand poverty, fairness, and compassion―recommended by parents, teachers, and child development experts worldwide.

Children sometimes notice that they or others do not have the same things―and this can raise big, confusing questions. I Don't Have Enough: A First Look at Poverty uses clear, age-appropriate language and warm, inclusive illustrations to help young readers understand what poverty is and how it can affect people's lives. Written by child psychotherapist Pat Thomas, this thoughtful book encourages empathy and understanding while reassuring children that not having enough is never a person's fault.

What Makes This Book Unique:

Developed by a counselor experienced in child psychology and emotional development
Explains poverty in a sensitive, nonjudgmental way children can understand
Encourages empathy, fairness, and compassion for others
Promotes open discussion with "Talk About It" prompts and reflection questions
Includes practical guidance and conversation starters for parents, caregivers, and educators

About the A First Look At… Series:

The A First Look At… series helps young children understand and navigate sensitive social, emotional, and health topics with honesty and reassurance. Each book uses simple, direct language and engaging illustrations to open conversations between children and caring adults, encouraging questions and building emotional resilience in a safe, supportive way.

About the Author

Pat Thomas is a trained psychotherapist, naturopath and journalist. After working as a journalist and broadcaster in the USA, she now works in the field of child development and writes for various publications including "Practical Parenting".

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