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“Told in wise, allegorical prose, Harris’s musings on friendship are steadfast and true.”—Kirkus Reviews
“A book about kindness feels especially meaningful right now. It’s one of the most important values we can teach our children and model every single day. …” —Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, New York Times bestselling author
When a gentle girl named Kindness wanders into the Whispering Woods, everything begins to change. The trees that once shivered in fear grow still. The animals who hid in shadows start to peek out. And Bear—who has always felt too big, too different, too misunderstood—finds, for the very first time, that someone truly sees him.
Told with lyrical warmth and compassion, The Day Kindness Came is a heart-opening tale about the courage it takes to be kind and the magic that happens when we choose understanding over fear. With Phyllis Harris’s soft, sketchbook-style illustrations that dance with emotion, this timeless picture book reminds readers young and old that kindness isn’t just something we feel—it’s something we should do. A perfect story for classrooms, bedtime, and anyone who believes that even the smallest act of kindness can make the world a brighter place. Perfect for children ages four to eight.
“Deep in the forest, a large, lumbering bear shakes the ground when he walks and his voice bellows in the silence of Whispering Woods. The other animals are frightened; for them, “Bear’s bigness was too much.” […] In time, they learn they have been mistaken. Bear is, in fact, joyful and friendly, not frightening. Luminous words such as “hope” and “compassion” shine in the art as each animal realizes Bear’s true personality. Told in wise, allegorical prose, Harris’s musings on friendship are steadfast and true. Warm browns and greens wrap the pair in coziness, while sunbeams break through to show growth and happiness. […] A gentle reminder that one act of compassion can affect enormous change.”
“A book about kindness feels especially meaningful right now. It’s one of the most important values we can teach our children and model every single day. I can’t wait for Phyllis to share this beautiful story with the world!”
“Filled with timeless illustrations and timely prose, The Day Kindness Came is sure to touch hearts. Readers will fall in love with Bear from the first page, and will be rooting for him until the very end.”
"A touching allegory about kindness, which is something the world could use more of right now. I was moved by this quietly powerful tale, where kindness outshines fear, brought to life through soft and radiant illustrations.”