Hector's Favorite Part Key

A tender, reassuring and compelling story about introversion and anxiety about the unknown. Hector is a hedgehog who loves his cozy, cuddly, safe home. He doesn't want to leave this sense of security and comfort to experience something new. But all the excuses he uses to stay inside the house soon alienate his friends. Will he find the courage to break out of his comfort zone and participate in all the fun activities with his friends? Includes Note for Parents and Educators by Julia Martin Burch, PhD, with instructions on how to help children overcome their anxieties and step out of their comfort zones. A book of the American Psychological Association (APA). They said of the book: "Rooks approaches the subject with lightheartedness and age-appropriate language, and the watercolor-like anthropomorphic animals are delightful." –Kirkus Reviews "This book has a powerful message about breaking free from our personal insecurities and is written in a simple, child-friendly way." –Manhattan Book Review "Even if you're not an anxious or insecure person, you can always enjoy a picture book about a hedgehog hero who learns a valuable lesson about bravery and self-belief." –Spooky KidLit Jo Rooks is a writer and illustrator. She lives and works in London, with her husband and two children, who are a constant source of inspiration for her. She loves creating stories with characters that children can identify with and positive messages.