Starlight Inspired by Line Peteri

A story that empowers children who are going through difficult times. Starlight is by Lara Sierra and illustrated by the BAFTA nominated Izzy Burton. Including a guide for parents by celebrated psychologist and author, Dr Nihara Krause, Starlight is a magical tale about how we become brave, even when we’d rather not have to be. When Lucas’s mother is diagnosed with a serious illness, he begins to feel overwhelmed by the changes in his life. Lucas tries his best to carry on until, consumed with anger, the world around him turns dark. Upon a chance visit into the night sky, and with the help of a grumpy old dragon, he must learn how to find the light in the darkest of times. Recommended for children in Key Stage 2, Starlight was created with an advisory team of psychologists, including the renowned clinical psychologist and author Dr Nihara Krause. Using a fictional other-world, children are transported to a safe place where they can safely explore their emotions. An excellent resource to open up dialogue in a calm and nurturing environment, we hope that Starlight will support and empower children, creating a space for families to engage in a busy and often overwhelming world.Starlight is a tried, tested and meticulously researched book which helps children develop resilience and optimism through life’s greatest hurdles. Including a parents’ manual and foreword by Dr Krause herself, each age group of children are accounted for as Dr Krause explains how young people try to cope and how we can best support them. A perfect gift for a family going through turbulent times, or a resource for children trying to make sense of the world around them, Starlight guides every child on the path to unlocking their inner strength. As recommended by Dr Genevieve Von Lob, clinical psychologist and author: “The dragons, unicorns and fairies in this magical book are sure to capture any child’s imagination – helping them to safely explore their big feelings around their parent’s illness.”Starlight is a book about children’s mental health. Inspired entrepreneur and influencer Line Peteri, who, after a diagnosis of terminal thyroid cancer, struggled to find relatable books to help her children understand her treatment and the changes that would be happening at home. She explains, “I was given a very factual book about a Caucasian mum with breast cancer to read to my children. But I’m not Caucasian and I have different symptoms and treatment to breast cancer sufferers, so this book was just more confusing for my kids.” Author Lara Sierra says, “Equipping our children for mental resilience is a hugely empowering and positive experience for them. If we provide our children with a toolbox of coping mechanisms, and equip them with them ability to express how they feel then we will teach them how to overcome challenges, build resilience, and to thrive. This is what will build a strong, positive and hopeful future for our children.”