When I Feel Lonely -- Britta Teckentrup, Hardcover

With luminous, evocative illustrations and rhymed texts, this book gently explores the feeling of loneliness through the perspective of a young girl.

In a world where many children, and adults, are grappling with such intense emotions, When I Feel Lonely provides a calm, compassionate and understanding voice, helping young readers to recognize and name their feelings.

This newest book about emotions from a beloved author and illustrator is a powerful and timely exploration of childhood loneliness.

  • It acknowledges that, while feeling alone is natural and something everyone experiences, it also conveys how unsettling and scary the sensation can be.
  • In her characteristically sensitive style, Teckentrup explores the quiet moments when the world seems distant and we are left grappling with the heavy silence that surrounds us.
  • The narrative doesn't shy away from the intensity of these emotions, instead offering an honest portrayal of how loneliness can feel like an all-encompassing shadow.
The book reassures children that while loneliness can be sad and difficult, it is a part of life that everyone experiences. And best of all it offers a glimmer of hope, showing that even in the darkest moments, there is the possibility of light and connection ahead.

Author: Britta Teckentrup
Publisher: Prestel Junior
Published: 10/7/2025
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05 lbs
Size: 11.2" H x 8.7" L x 0.4" W
ISBN: 9783791376196

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