Just Be Yourself - Emma Freya

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Auteur(s) : Emma Freya

Editeur : Vittra Publishing

Langue : Anglais

Parution : 01/10/2025

Format : Moyen, de 350g à 1kg

Nombre de pages : 144.0

ISBN : 9781764098113

Résumé :

It's the first day back at school, and Love is feeling nervous. New classmates, a new teacher, and all the little uncertainties that come with change. As she lines up for class, Love tells herself it's just another day. But when something goes wrong, she finds comfort in the small treasure tucked safely in her pocket.

Sometimes ordinary days hold the most special moments. Love makes a new friend called Mel, who quickly becomes friends with both Love and Izzy. And when their teacher assigns everyone to present something cultural that they do at home, Love needs to decide what to share. Pappa suggests something very Aussie, while Mamma has a Swedish idea.

Love picks her favourite tradition to share, but things don't go quite as planned. With Mamma and Pappa's support, she works to make everything right for her big moment. And what will her friends choose to share?

From pocket treasures that bring comfort to shared traditions that bring joy, Love discovers that the simplest moments - when we're brave enough to be ourselves - can turn an ordinary day into something wonderful.

A gentle story celebrating the small, special moments that make everyday life precious.

Readers

Ideal for independent readers building confidence with chapter books, as well as family read-alouds that spark conversations about friendship, family, and the special moments of everyday life. As part of Love's story, readers will also learn some Swedish, including how to pronounce the vowels and words that appear throughout the book.

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Biographie:
Emma Freya was born in Sweden and came to Australia as a backpacker planning to stay just a couple of months. She fell in love with the country and returned to complete undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, making Brisbane her home.A qualified Swedish chef by trade, Emma believes the most meaningful traditions revolve around food. She loves creating all sorts of things, from sewing and crafts to mobile apps and intricate LEGO flowers, and finds joy in making things across many different mediums.She began writing Love's stories as a way to bond with her daughter Rae when she started reading chapter books. More importantly, she wanted to show Rae that speaking a second language is something to celebrate and embrace. Through Love's stories, Emma hopes to help children feel proud of their unique abilities and differences.Her storytelling philosophy centres on finding magic in the ordinary. In a world that demands everything be sensational, she believes children need stories that celebrate small moments and everyday joys, like reading a favourite book, sharing something delicious to eat, or simply making something with your hands.Emma keeps her Swedish heritage alive primarily through food traditions, including the beloved sm?rg?sbord at Christmas and, of course, the chocolate balls recipe featured in this book. Just Be Yourself is her first book, with more of Love's gentle stories planned for the future....

Sommaire:
It's the first day back at school, and Love is feeling nervous. New classmates, a new teacher, and all the little uncertainties that come with change. As she lines up for class, Love tells herself it's just another day. But when something goes wrong, she finds comfort in the small treasure tucked safely in her pocket. Sometimes ordinary days hold the most special moments. Love makes a new friend called Mel, who quickly becomes friends with both Love and Izzy. And when their teacher assigns everyone to present something cultural that they do at home, Love needs to decide what to share. Pappa suggests something very Aussie, while Mamma has a Swedish idea. Love picks her favourite tradition to share, but things don't go quite as planned. With Mamma and Pappa's support, she works to make everything right for her big moment. And what will her friends choose to share? From pocket treasures that bring comfort to shared traditions that bring joy, Love discovers that the simplest moments - when we're brave enough to be ourselves - can turn an ordinary day into something wonderful. A gentle story celebrating the small, special moments that make everyday life precious. Readers Ideal for independent readers building confidence with chapter books, as well as family read-alouds that spark conversations about friendship, family, and the special moments of everyday life. As part of Love's story, readers will also learn some Swedish, including how to pronounce the vowels and words that appear throughout the book....