This is a deceptively simple book. The illustrations are so in tune with the words. Bailey is in a new school, his tummy hurts and doesnt want to get up. Even his faithful and fun loving dog Fuzzy cant cheer him up.

Life is BLAH!

All this changes when a new boy called Tom, comes to school, he is even more nervous than Bailey. Bailey decides to be his friend, so overnight, the world is a wonderful place to be.

The story centres on Bailey and his unhappiness about attending school where he feels lonely. It is easy to read and would be useful in a school context to stimulate discussions about anxiety, mental health and change.

Author: Karen Tyrrell

Illustrator: Aaron Pocock

Paperback

ISBN: 978098724045

Publisher: Digital Future Press  – 1st October 2013