My Proud Book : A Picture Book on Understanding and Managing Emotions

A warm-hearted story to understand big feelings.

In this heartfelt hardback picture book, children can join Lion as he celebrates his achievements and boosts his self-worth.

Helping your child to build their self-esteem will make a world of difference to their confidence, resilience, and outlook on life. My Proud Book follows Lion as he learns to feel pride in everyday moments, from mastering new skills like tying shoelaces to helping out at home and showing kindness to others. Along the way, he learns that true pride comes not just from being the best, but from the courage to try new things and the willingness to simply take part.

Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My Proud Book provides the insight and vocabulary youngsters need to express how they feel and encourages them to talk about their feelings. Including a section on actionable advice for parents and caregivers , it's the perfect way to support children aged 4+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The My Feelings series invites young readers to identify and manage their emotions through heart-warming hardback animal stories, developed in consultation with mental health professional, Clare Arnold.

Honor Head is an author and editor based in Devon. She has created over 200 books for children on subjects ranging from science and sports to social and mental health issues.

Series consultant Clare Arnold is an art psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with child and adolescent mental health issues. Since graduating from Goldsmiths College, London she has practiced within Local Authority, NHS, CAMHS and Community CAMHS departments.

Sarah Ward is a designer and illustrator based in Sheffield, UK. Her work covers children's book illustration, and pattern design.