My Patient Book

In this heartfelt hardback picture book, children can join Lemur as she learns the importance of patience.

Learning how to be patient can make a real difference to a child's moods, their relationships with others, and their overall outlook on life. My Patient Book follows Lemur on a journey as she experiences everyday frustrations, learns to cultivate calmness, and discovers that waiting can be worth it!

Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My Patient Book provides the insight and vocabulary youngsters need to express how they feel and encourages them to talk about their feelings. Including a section on actionable advice for parents and caregivers, it's the perfect way to support children aged 4+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The My Feelings series invites young readers to identify and manage their emotions through heart-warming hardback animal stories, developed in consultation with mental health professional, Clare Arnold.

Honor Head is an author and editor based in Devon. She has created over 200 books for children on subjects ranging from science and sports to social and mental health issues.

Series consultant Clare Arnold is an art psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with child and adolescent mental health issues. Since graduating from Goldsmiths College, London she has practiced within Local Authority, NHS, CAMHS and Community CAMHS departments.

Sarah Ward is a designer and illustrator based in Sheffield, UK. Her work covers children's book illustration, and pattern design.