Produktdetaljer
Biographical note
Nima Patel is a psychology graduate, parenting coach, childrenâs author and former primary school teacher, with a family background of over 30 yearsâ experience in early years education. While academic knowledge is crucial, Nima believes developing emotional intelligence equips children with the tools they need to thrive in a complex world and that developing these skills at an early age will instil an empowered sense of self and act as a blueprint for adult life. Combining her two passions in life: self-development and teaching, she has passionately created the brand Mindful Champs, with a mission to bring an emotional education into the lives of children.Cally spent many fun-filled years as an in-house artist for Hallmark Cards before going on to pursue her childrenâs book dreams. She has now illustrated nearly 20 picture books and hopes to work on many more! She creates her artwork at her seaside cottage in Northumberland, where daily beach walks with partner Phil and Jasper the chihuahua help to inspire her practice. She has an impressive Instagram (@callyjanestudio) where she enjoys sharing work and news of her latest books.
With adorable illustrations and upbeat text from a former teacher, this is a celebration of attitude over attainment. It champions the importance of a growth mindset in a world where mistakes are an important part of learning.
BookTrust Great Books Guide 2024-25
A lovely, charming book which encourages children to be who they want to be. [...] It could form part of important discussions that will help them to recognise that they have the power to shape their own futures and make a positive impact on the world.
English Association
A gentle, uplifting celebration of patience, empathy, bravery and vision.
- Frank Cottrell-Boyce, The Sunday Times
Produktdetaljer
Biographical note
Nima Patel is a psychology graduate, parenting coach, childrenâs author and former primary school teacher, with a family background of over 30 yearsâ experience in early years education. While academic knowledge is crucial, Nima believes developing emotional intelligence equips children with the tools they need to thrive in a complex world and that developing these skills at an early age will instil an empowered sense of self and act as a blueprint for adult life. Combining her two passions in life: self-development and teaching, she has passionately created the brand Mindful Champs, with a mission to bring an emotional education into the lives of children.Cally spent many fun-filled years as an in-house artist for Hallmark Cards before going on to pursue her childrenâs book dreams. She has now illustrated nearly 20 picture books and hopes to work on many more! She creates her artwork at her seaside cottage in Northumberland, where daily beach walks with partner Phil and Jasper the chihuahua help to inspire her practice. She has an impressive Instagram (@callyjanestudio) where she enjoys sharing work and news of her latest books.