Be your own Best Friend

Lenny was excited for his first day at Bird School. Before long his happiness and enthusiasm were replaced with loneliness, fear and sadness. One day Lenny could no longer face the bullies and went to the forest instead of going to school. There he met a wise owl who gave valuable advice that helped Lenny to regain his confidence and happiness. Be your own Best Friend emphasises the importance of taking responsibility for our own feelings by worrying less about others and focusing more on things that make us happy. While friendships are important, firstly children must learn to value themselves to increase their resilience against bullying, anxiety and depression. Diana Cumberland has over twenty years teaching experience and believes kindness for others begins with kindness for our self. Diana grew up in Darwin, Northern Territory and enjoys spending time in nature.