I Am Love: A Book of Compassion

I Am Love: A Book of Compassion is a heartfelt tribute to the power of love, kindness, and empathy. Continuing their bestselling wellness series, Susan Verde and Peter H. Reynolds deliver a thoughtful and affirming story that encourages readers to turn inward and respond to fear or sadness with love. Through warm illustrations and gentle text, the book teaches children how to practise compassion, care for others, and show self-love. This empowering message reminds young readers that love is a choice they can make every day-to comfort, support, and uplift. With its accessible themes and vibrant artwork, this title is a powerful tool for fostering emotional literacy and classroom empathy.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages empathy, compassion, and positive self-talk.
• Supports social-emotional development through real-life scenarios.
• Introduces emotional vocabulary and reflective thinking.
• Promotes mental wellbeing and resilience in early learners.

Classroom Ideas:

• Have students write or draw how they show love to themselves or others.
• Create a classroom kindness tree or wall using examples from the book.
• Discuss situations where showing compassion makes a difference.
• Pair with other books in the series to explore wellness and emotion.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 4-7 years
• Dimensions: 21.1 x 21.2 cm
• Hardback, 32 pages
• Durable and safe for frequent classroom use