What’s the book about?
There are people everywhere who need help, who might seem okay on the outside but aren’t on the inside. People whose whole entire day can be changed …
Josh wants a friend but he doesn’t know how to find somewhere to belong …
Ollie wants to express herself but doesn’t want to be noticed …
Small Acts introduces two kids with great hearts who know that helping others can start with one small act of kindness. Josh has a plan to start with just that. So does Ollie. What Josh and Ollie don’t know yet is that they need each other to make their plans work.
Recommended for:
Ages 8+.
Three reasons to read it:
- Despite dealing with serious themes, Small Acts is an uplifting and inspirational book. It highlights the positive impact that small, seemingly insignificant actions can have on people’s lives. This message is both heart-warming and motivating, reminding readers of the power of kindness and the difference one person can make.
- The characters in Small Acts, Josh and Ollie, are crafted with care, making them relatable and engaging. Their personal struggles and triumphs are portrayed with authenticity, allowing readers to connect deeply with their journeys.
- The book tackles significant real-world issues such as mental health, disability, and the impact of acts of kindness. By addressing these topics with sensitivity, the book offers readers a thought-provoking exploration of how individual actions can influence and improve the lives of others. It’s a compelling read that encourages empathy and understanding.
Buy a copy of Small Acts here.
About the author:
Kate Foster is a children’s author writing about friends, family, and dogs. Originally from a small town in the south east of England, she now lives on the stunning Gold Coast in Australia with her family and second-hand dogs. She is passionate about encouraging and teaching a wider understanding of autism and mental illness via positive approach and representation.
Kate Gordon grew up in a very bookish house, in a small town by the sea in Tasmania. After studying performing arts and realising she was a terrible actor, Kate decided to become a librarian. She never stopped writing and, in 2009, she applied for and won a Varuna fellowship, which led to all sorts of lovely writer things happening. Kate’s first book, Three Things About Daisy Blue, was published in 2010. Her most recent publications are the middle-grade novels in the “Direleafe Hall” series, and Aster’s Good, Right Things, which won the CBCA Book of the Year for Younger Readers.
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