Damson's Friendship Wish

<h2><strong>Join Damson on a heart-warming journey of friendship kindness and self-acceptance.</strong></h2><p></p><p>This <strong>#1 bestselling picture book</strong> is loved by families teachers libraries and disability advocates for its inclusive message and gentle storytelling.</p><p></p><p>Meet Damson a young deer who lives in the forest. Today is his birthday and he longs for friends to celebrate with. But <strong>Damson feels different from the other deer.</strong></p><p></p><p>Follow Damson as he tries to fit in by copying other animals even if it means tumbling into rabbit burrows and scaring away birds. <strong>Will Damson ever find the friends he's looking for?</strong></p><p></p><p>In <em>Damson's Friendship Wish</em> children will discover the magic of <strong>kindness and being true to themselves</strong> as Damson realises that our differences make us unique and that he is already <strong>loved just as he is</strong>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Best suited for children aged 5 to 8</strong> this beautifully hand-illustrated book is perfect for <strong>shared story time with parents or caregivers</strong>. It can also be enjoyed as a <strong>read-aloud for younger listeners aged 4 and up</strong>. With expressive language and thoughtful themes it is especially engaging for <strong>older readers aged 6 and up who are beginning to read with confidence</strong>.</p><p></p><p>This uplifting inclusive tale supports the development of:</p><p></p><ul><li>Kindness</li><li>Self-acceptance</li><li>Empathy</li><li>Inclusivity</li><li>Friendship</li><li>Resilience</li><li>Confidence</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Understanding differences</li></ul><p></p><p>The book also includes access to <strong>free downloadable resources</strong> <strong>such as colouring pages worksheets a cut-out forest scene discussion prompts and a lesson plan </strong>all available by scanning the QR code at the back of the book which directs you to the author's website. Ideal for Key Stage 1 classrooms.</p><p></p><p><em>Damson's Friendship Wish</em> is written by multi-award-winning disability consultant Dr Deborah Lawson who is recognised as one of the UK's most influential disabled change-makers. As a wheelchair user the author's passion for inclusion kindness and acceptance is reflected throughout the story.</p><p></p><p>This book is a <strong>gentle reminder to every child that they are loved valued and enough just as they are. </strong></p>