{"title":"Marta Bartolj","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarta Bartolj’s stories gently explore themes of kindness, understanding, and emotional growth, making them perfect for young readers. Her books invite children to reflect on important values such as forgiveness and compassion through engaging narratives and relatable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten with warmth and sensitivity, Bartolj’s work encourages empathy and teaches vital life lessons in a manner accessible to both children and adults. These books offer meaningful experiences that resonate long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"finding-forgiveness-by-marta-bartolj-9781797223964","title":"Finding Forgiveness","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom the creator of the Ezra Jack Keats Honor-winning picture book\u003ci\u003e Every Little Kindness, \u003c\/i\u003ethis powerful and positive wordless story explores the all-important theme of forgiveness.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen a young boy’s beloved bird flies away, the only thing harder than tracking it down is forgiving the friend who let it escape. As he searches the town from sidewalk to treetop, what he finds instead of his lost pet is that people make mistakes all the time. But it might take his own mistake to discover the truth: even when all seems lost, forgiveness is a gift that comes back to you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Told entirely in wordless illustrations with pops of color for every moment of forgiveness, this simple yet powerful story can be enjoyed by young readers, families, classmates, and friends. For anyone who has had a fight or experienced conflict with someone they care about—something we all go through—this gentle picture book shares comfort and timeless wisdom.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHY FORGIVENESS MATTERS: Apologies are hard to give, and forgiveness is even harder, but each genuine moment of sincerity can soothe hurt feelings. This heartwarming book demonstrates that unintentional mistakes are a part of everyday life and that choosing to forgive is a form of kindness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e TEACHING VALUES: Created by award-winning Slovenian artist Marta Bartolj, this universal story furthers the message in her debut book, \u003ci\u003eEvery Little Kindness\u003c\/i\u003e. It demonstrates how to build on kind acts by pairing a sincere apology with genuine forgiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “A beautifully illustrated story about one of the most challenging human experiences—learning that forgiveness is the kindest act of all. No words needed.”\u003cbr\u003e —Alison Oliver, author-illustrator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “This book is a silent journey that follows one boy and his tiny bird as they discover a big new understanding.”\u003cbr\u003e —Cynthia Alonso, author-illustrator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents and caretakers looking for books about forgiveness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Classroom book for teachers and educators \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone looking for a sweet, heartwarming children’s book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of wordless picture books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers of \u003ci\u003eEvery Little Kindness\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHeartstring\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEnemy Pie\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHow to Apologize\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900353003756,"sku":"9781797223964","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781797223964-finding-forgiveness.jpg?v=1783402485"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/marta-bartolj.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}