Feeling bullied or ostracized can cause children to misperceive situations and internalize misconstrued messages that they are inherently flawed or unworthy of friendships. It can be difficult to effectively address bullying, and challenging to convince children that being the target of someone's aggression is not their cause. "When Someone's Unkind," conveys this message through easily-relatable illustrations and rhymes and encourages children to seek help when they feel that they are being threatened or unsafe. Emphasizing that the aggressive actions of another individual does not translate to one's own worth is essential for equipping children with the thought process and self-esteem necessary to navigate social obstacles. Directly addressing this topic at an early age is a proactive approach to supporting children in developing healthy relationships.

About the Authors
Suzanne and Becky began their friendship as a licensed Occupational Therapist and a certified Recreation Therapist while working at a renowned rehabilitation center for patients with physical disabilities. Their purpose was to provide meaning and support to individuals recovering from physical trauma. After they started their families, their calling to help others was deepened by their passion to provide emotional support for their children. Motivated by the realization that childhood is such a fragile yet pivotal time in human development, they began exploring the possibility of providing children with a tangible source of emotional and mental support through books. Their hope is that any child in need of understanding or empathy will have access to these books to help provide self-confidence and equip children with good coping skills and positive rationalization.