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Make Empathy Last cover

  • Paperback Edition
    • 978-1-03-833847-1
    • 8.5 x 8.5 inches
    • Standard Color interior
    • 36 pages
  • Hardcover Edition
    • 978-1-03-833848-8
    • 8.5 x 8.5 inches
    • Standard Color interior
    • 36 pages
  • Keywords
    • empathy and kindness,
    • emotions and feelings,
    • emotional intelligence,
    • teaching empathy,
    • nurturing relationships,
    • connection and compassion,
    • blooming petals series

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Make Empathy Last
by Linda Grubic


Little puffin, Morty, feels uneasy about his first sleepover away from home – how will he settle in? Come along as Cyril learns about empathy and gently supports Morty, transforming an uncertain moment into a cozy, comforting memory. Make Empathy Last is the third installment in the Blooming Petals series. In this delightful tale, Morty is excited about his first sleepover at Cyril’s and Flora’s home but begins to feel uneasy as bedtime approaches. Noticing Morty’s change in mood, Cyril seeks advice from Mika, who teaches him about empathy and the importance of understanding others’ feelings. With this new insight, Cyril takes thoughtful steps to make Morty feel more at home, turning his first sleepover into a cozy and joyful experience. This heartwarming introduction to the concept of empathy lovingly demonstrates how compassion and understanding can create comfort and connection, brightening even the most uncertain moments. Blooming Petals is a six-book series centred on evidence-based positive psychology. The series is rooted in acceptance, connection and sustained growth of the caregiver-child relationship. A guiding resource for parents, educators, caregivers, and counsellors, the series offers a gentle and connected experience to nurture growth and flourishing.


Linda Grubic is an author, coach and speaker. As a Human Flourishing Consultant and Coach, she works with children, teens, parents and families. Using a strengths-based and positive psychology approach, she is passionate about the interplay of genetics and our environment to harness human flourishing. Blooming Petals, her debut children’s book series, offers a holistic approach to the caregiver-child relationship. Linda gently brings awareness to accepting and connecting with ourselves, so we authentically accept and connect with others.


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