Liam's Lost Sparkle

Award-winning Liam's Lost Sparkle is a gentle, uplifting story that helps young children recognize and practice empathy, one of the most important social-emotional skills they'll ever learn.

When Maya notices her classmate Liam seems sad and quiet, she doesn't just ignore him. Instead, she takes the first step in learning how to be an empathy explorer-noticing feelings, asking thoughtful questions, and simply being there when someone needs a friend.

Perfect for ages 4 to 7, this beautifully illustrated story teaches:

How to recognize when someone might be feeling left out or low

What it means to "listen with your heart"

How small acts of kindness and understanding make a big difference

Includes:

"Talk About It!" Discussion prompts for parents, teachers, and counselors

A bonus activity to help children practice emotional awareness

If you're looking for a social skills book about empathy for kids, this heart-centered story is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom libraries, or SEL lessons.