Ye’ela’s Secret Friend: A Tender Story About Childhood Fears, Big Changes, and the Quiet Power of Comfort
by Nili Alia De Botton
ASIN: B0F9GLZNGM
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Ye’ela’s Secret Friend is a gentle, deeply emotional picture book that invites readers into the inner world of Ye’ela — a sensitive little girl who faces the many challenges of early childhood with a quiet strength, a beating heart, and a magical secret.
Ye’ela is afraid of loud noises. She feels lost when her daycare suddenly moves to a new apartment with no yard. She gives up her beloved pacifier and bottle. Her baby sister is born, and the love she once had all to herself now must be shared. She says goodbye to a dear friend. She feels distance, loneliness, and longing — all before the age of five.
But Ye’ela has a secret: Yaya, her imaginary friend. Yaya listens. Yaya comforts. Yaya helps Ye’ela carry emotions she doesn't yet have words for.
This story is more than a book — it's a mirror for any child who has ever felt overwhelmed, and a guide for every adult who wants to help but doesn't always know how.
Perfect for:
- Toddlers and preschoolers navigating fears, transitions, or new siblings
- Parents of highly sensitive or anxious children
- Teachers, therapists, and caregivers supporting emotional development
- Families going through daycare changes, sibling dynamics, or emotional upheaval
At the end of the book, you’ll find expert guidance pages for parents and caregivers, offering insights and tools for supporting emotional growth with empathy, security, and love.
If your child has big feelings, fears loud sounds, struggles with change, or just needs a little comfort — this book is a gentle hand to hold.
Ye’ela’s Secret Friend will stay in your heart long after the last page is turned.