Foreword I’ve been lucky to illustrate a lot of books about kindness. Whether it’s a witch welcoming animals on to her broom; a giant giving his smart new clothes away to those in need; a princess healing a dragon, or even a superworm pulling a beetle out of a well, children’s books are full of kindness. It’s one of the main values we adults want to pass on to them. Whether it’s the small acts of kindness that brighten our daily lives, or the bigger questions of how we help those in real need, we know that a kinder world is a better world. But sometimes it feels as if we’re just too busy to stop and give a hand to those who need it. Sometimes we feel helpless, as if nothing we do will make enough of a difference. It’s good to remind ourselves that even the smallest acts of kindness really can make an impact. The world seems full of division at the moment, but I believe passionately that it’s only by being kind, generous, open and compassionate that we’ll make a peaceful, prosperous world for the next generation. I have been patron of the Three Peas charity for over two years, and have seen how much of a difference small acts of kindness can make to those who are in desperate need. Three Peas is a charity that has helped make a difference in the lives of many refugees in the most desperate circumstances, and I’m proud to be supporting their vital work. I hope that both children and adults will enjoy exploring this book. It’s full of amazing illustrations by many of the world’s top illustrators, who have all donated their work for free. The images they’ve created are joyful, funny, moving and inspiring. They feature monkeys, elephants, lions, cats, dogs, worms – and even people! And they show us many simple ways in which we can all help to make the world a better place.
Axel Scheff ler, 2019
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