Kiki Finds Her Way: A Heartwarming Octopus Picture Book About Confidence, Belonging, and Being Proud to Be Different - Paperback

by Peni Clark (Author), Penny Weber (Illustrator)

Does your child ever feel like they just don't fit in?

Kiki the octopus is nervous about her first day at Sea Floor School - and it shows. Her eight waving arms draw stares. Her skin changes color when she's scared. And when she gets startled, she squirts ink... everywhere. Kiki tries her best to fit in, but the harder she tries, the more different she feels.

Then one day, something goes terribly wrong at recess - and suddenly, everything that made Kiki feel like an outsider becomes exactly what her classmates need most.

Kiki Finds Her Way is a warm, funny, and empowering picture book about belonging, bravery, and learning to celebrate what makes you unique. With vivid ocean characters, a surprise twist, and a triumphant ending, this is a story children will ask to hear again and again.

Perfect for:

- Children ages 3-8 who are starting school or navigating new social situations

- Parents and teachers looking for SEL (social-emotional learning) read-alouds

- Anyone who has ever felt "too different" - and needed reminding that different is wonderful

- Octopus lovers and young ocean explorers (includes real octopus facts in the back matter!)

- Classrooms and school libraries

Bonus: Packed with fun octopus facts, a singalong song, and a heartfelt message that stays with children long after the last page.

Part of the Courage to Be ME series - stories about big-hearted animal characters who discover that strength, bravery, and belonging come from within.