Tiki the Turtle Becomes a Better Friend
A short, brightly illustrated story for 2–4 year olds about sharing, worries and working together, perfect for bedtime or circle time.
A simple and well-illustrated book to explain life values to very young children!
Tiki the turtle is a turtle that struggles with sharing his toys, overcoming his fears and working together with his friends. This storybook explores and explains how he overcomes those challenges for children aged 2-4 years old.
- 📘 Paperback · ISBN 9781914419591
- 🧠 Created by a special educator & a senior occupational therapist
- 🚚 Printed and shipped by Amazon
Why choose this book?
Teaches your Child about A) Sharing
At the start of the book, it explores the difficulties children may have with sharing and how Tiki works through those struggles to be comfortable with sharing.
Teaches your Child about B) Overcoming Fears
Next, the book explores how Tiki can overcome his fears, as he is afraid of the dark. He gets help from his friends to overcome this challenge.
Teaches your Child about C) Working Together
Towards the end of the book, it builds on the theme of working together with your friends and others to do what you need to do.
Simple Illustrations and Text
Created in a simple and straightforward way for very young child. Relevant and engaging illustrations are made for your child to enjoy alongside the very few words on each page.
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the story about?
Tiki the Turtle follows a shy turtle named Tiki who struggles with sharing, worries about trying new things, and prefers to play alone. As the story unfolds, Tiki gradually learns to open up: he shares with others, overcomes fears, and discovers the joys of teamwork and friendship through heartwarming adventures.
Who is the target audience?
Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers (ages ~2–4 years), the book features simple language, large and colorful illustrations, and themes that resonate with young children’s social and emotional development.
How long is the book—does it match young attention spans?
At approximately 40 pages, Tiki the Turtle is perfect for short read-aloud sessions—making it an excellent bedtime story or classroom read.
What key themes or lessons does the book teach?
Sharing & empathy: challenges around giving up toys or space, and learning to enjoy doing so.
Facing fears: Tiki gradually overcomes anxiety about trying something new.
Teamwork & friendship: the joy of cooperating and the support that comes from friends.
These themes are gently woven into the narrative to support moral and emotional learning.
Why do parents or educators love it?
Its clear, nurturing message promotes kindness, social skills, and emotional resilience in early childhood years. The bright, engaging illustrations hold attention while supporting learning through storytelling.
What makes the illustrations special?
Illustrations are colorful and expressive, designed to reflect Tiki’s feelings—his hesitations, joys, and moments of triumph—making emotional learning accessible and engaging.
Can this book be used in educational settings?
Absolutely! It works well for:
- Social‑emotional learning discussions (e.g. “Why is sharing important?”)
- Role‑play activities with felt turtles or toys
- Group reading time or circle discussions for preschool/kindergarten
How would you describe the tone and style?
Warm, encouraging, and accessible. It balances realistic challenges (Tiki’s nerves, reluctance to share) with positive resolution—making it reassuring without being overly didactic.
Any tips for reading it aloud?
Pause to ask questions like “What would you do?” or “Have you ever been scared like Tiki?”
Encourage children to name their own friends, fears, or sharing moments.
Use expressive voices for different characters to bring the story to life.
At a glance
Pages: ~40 pages
Age Range: Toddlers / Preschool (2–4 years)
Themes: Sharing, fear, teamwork, friendship
Art Style: Colorful, expressive illustrations
Use Case: Classroom read-aloud, bedtime, SEL
About Newbee Publication
Newbee Publication is an Irish publisher of children’s books, workbooks and wellbeing journals. Our books are written by a special educator and a senior occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience, drawing on real work with children, families and older adults.
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