Support Social Confidence
Making a New Friend is a gentle, encouraging children’s picture book designed to help young learners understand how friendships begin, grow, and sometimes feel tricky. Through the relatable story of Louis the duck, children are guided step-by-step through the social experience of noticing others, reaching out, and navigating emotions in a safe, reassuring way.
This book is especially supportive for children with autism, ADHD, and learning differences who may struggle with social communication, anxiety, impulse control, or understanding unspoken social rules. The clear storyline, predictable structure, and emotionally supportive language help make abstract social concepts more concrete and accessible.
Children will learn:
That friendship looks different for everyone — and that’s okay
How to approach and connect with others
That it’s okay to feel nervous or unsure when making friends
How kindness, patience, and understanding build relationships
Perfect for home, classrooms, therapy settings, and social-emotional learning lessons, Making a New Friend opens the door to meaningful conversations about feelings, inclusion, and belonging. Parents, teachers, and caregivers can use the story as a starting point for role-play, discussion, and confidence-building activities.
Whether your child is starting school, adjusting to new environments, or needs extra support with social skills, Making a New Friend offers reassurance, representation, and practical guidance — all wrapped in a warm, child-friendly story.
📘 A thoughtful addition to any family or classroom library — and a powerful tool for helping children feel confident, capable, and connected.