We are thrilled to announce that our next therapeutic storybook, Petra and the Brightest Star, is nearly here! 📚✨ The book is heading to print very soon and will be available to purchase shortly—watch this space!
Petra and the Brightest Star tells the heartfelt story of Petra, a little planet who notices the brightest star in her sky is beginning to dim. Through her journey, Petra explores the big feelings of sadness and loss, discovering that even when someone special is no longer with us, their love remains inside our hearts—shining as brightly as ever.

This story was lovingly created to help families gently approach the topic of bereavement. It acknowledges the complex emotions that come with losing someone dear, while offering a comforting and uplifting message that love and memories last forever.
Supporting Emotions Through Play
As with all our Emotions at Play books, Petra and the Brightest Star is more than just a story—it’s an interactive tool for emotional wellbeing. Alongside the narrative, you’ll find Rags the mascot guiding you through a variety of fun, creative, and sensory activities designed to help young children process their emotions in a way that feels natural and safe.
Experiments to spark curiosity
Art ideas to encourage self-expression
Sensory play to process feelings
Games to connect with caregivers
Crafts to run alongside the story
These activities are designed to create moments of connection between children and the adults who support them, expanding emotional literacy and resilience through the natural language of play.
Why This Story Matters
As a children’s therapist, I’ve supported many young people through bereavement. I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to create space for children to explore these big feelings at their own pace, and in a way that feels safe for them.
The story of Petra was inspired by my work with families navigating loss and my belief in the power of stories to comfort, inspire, and heal. This book is for the little ones who are learning to navigate the hardest emotions and for the caregivers who stand by their side. 💛
Each book in the Emotions at Play series also includes a dedicated information page, accessed via QR code, to support the important parents and carers. These pages provide practical tools, creative ideas, and gentle guidance to help the adults feel equipped to support the child on their emotional journey.
Stay Tuned
We can’t wait to share this special book with you all very soon. Keep an eye out for updates, sneak peeks of the stunning illustrations, and the official release date. 🌟
In the meantime, if you’d like to learn more about Emotions at Play and our existing books, make sure to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emotionsatplay/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/emotionsatplayok
Thank you for joining us on this journey to support children’s rainbow of emotion —one story at a time. 💫
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