Description
Put yourself in my shoes
Book summary
An illustrated story that invites little ones to reflect on the importance of putting themselves in someone else's shoes. The story follows Cricket, a character who does not attach importance to the problems of his forest friends until he himself needs help. Through this simple but powerful narrative, author and psychologist Susanna Isern plants the seed of empathy, showing how collaboration and mutual understanding strengthen the bonds of friendship. An ideal work to share as a family and work on emotional intelligence from childhood.
What is it about?
The bee cannot fly because its wing is tangled in a thread. The ladybug has lost one of its spots while hanging them out to dry. The spider has a lot of silk to spin and the centipede needs a hundred shoes to be able to go for a walk. They all turn to Cricket for help, but he does not believe those problems are really important and ignores them. However, the situation changes when Cricket's violin strings break. Then, he discovers whether his friends, whom he previously refused to help, will be willing to lend him a hand. The story shows clearly and emotionally how actions have consequences and how empathy is a fundamental value for living together.
Main themes
- Empathy and the ability to understand the needs of others.
- The value of mutual aid and collaboration in the community.
- Affective responsibility and the consequences of indifference.
- Friendship and forgiveness as tools to resolve conflicts.
- Managing basic emotions in childhood.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for children from 3 years of age, as well as for parents, educators, and child psychologists looking for a playful and pedagogical resource to work on emotional intelligence, empathy, and social skills in early childhood. It is especially useful for shared readings in the classroom or at home.
What this book provides
- A visual and narrative tool to start conversations about empathy and the importance of listening to others.
- A story that encourages reflection on one's own actions and their consequences on others.
- A practical example of how collaboration and mutual support can solve everyday problems.
- Attractive illustrations that make the message easy for younger readers to understand.
- A positive approach that shows the value of forgiveness and reconciliation.
Technical specifications
- Author: Isern, Susanna
- Publisher: NubeOcho
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: ILLUSTRATED BOOKS, ACTIVITY AND SUBJECT BOOKS, PICTURE BOOKS
- Collection: SOMOS8
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: February 2020
- Number of pages: 40
- Weight: 152 g
Editorial review
Put yourself in my shoes is a solid work within children's literature focused on emotional education. The author, Susanna Isern, known for titles such as The Inspector Drilo's Emotion-o-meter, demonstrates her ability to translate complex psychological concepts into a narrative that is accessible and entertaining for children. The hardcover format and the illustrations of the SOMOS8 collection make it a durable and visually attractive book for small hands. Its clear message about empathy and reciprocity positions it as a valuable resource for both the family and pedagogical environment, offering a reading that invites reflection without losing the playful tone that characterizes the best picture books.