How does it feel to be left out? Is it nice to be ignored?

How do we make up once we have had a disagreement with our friends? In this story - told in verse - two boys make up with the help of their caring teacher.

Feelings & Emotions

Patsy and Flo are Jealous The Angry Hippo Were Afraid of Slimy Sid The Proud Panther Lonely Wilhelmina Harrys Embarrassing Laugh Dont Worry Olive Selsh Sally Sleepy Mo Leos First Day

Learning Is Fun
Millies Suitcase Opposites with Jess and Todd My Little Seed Rainbow in a Tin The Day the Alphabet Moved Giant Kilogram The Queen Takes Away Little Nelly Numbers Get in Shape Break Up Make Up

Special & Social Needs

Megans Smile The People Jigsaw A Problem Shared What am I Good at? Busy Bee

Reading Is Fun
Bing the Banana When Santa Lost His Wellies The Grape Escape

Primary Series 1

Learning Is Fun Set

For

Jenson & Ashton

with love

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...and this is my friend Mike.

This is my friend Alex...

I really do like Alex, but he hasnt got a bike.

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Today we went out riding in the big park near my home. Alex couldnt come with us so I left him on his own.

We had a great time racing, Mike and I, all day. I thought Alex didnt mind at all, my friend would be okay.

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You should have seen me racing! I said to make him smile. But Alex didnt lift his head, he stared down all the while.

Mike and I got ice creams and sat upon the grass. (Alex must have lots to do to help the time to pass.) Cycling home that evening we saw Alex and his Dad. My best friend wouldnt talk to me. His face looked really sad.

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At school he walked right past me. It made me feel ignored. He left me out at play-time, so I just sat there bored.

Mike and he were spacemen, landing on the moon. I hoped the clanging of the bell would ring out very soon.

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In we went, the three of us, Mike and Alex rst. If he had felt left out that day now I was feeling worse. Pushing past I shoved him. I dont know why I did. I ran towards the stair well and underneath I hid.

If Alex now was hurting, then I was really glad. He was being horrible, and I was feeling mad. Suddenly I saw a face, my teacher, Mr Clare. Hello young Sam, he said to me, why are you in there?

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Alex sat down next to me. My arms were folded tight. He turned his head away from me, so I wasnt in his sight. He didnt take me racing, said Alex to the wall. I thought he didnt like me, and he didnt care at all.

Because I didnt have a bike you didnt think of me. My Mum bought me a skateboard thats as fast as bikes can be. Alex turned to look at me, with tears in his eyes. (I know someone is hurting when a person cries.)

I do, I shouted loudly. Calm down, said Mr Clare, getting overheated wont get us anywhere.

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I had caused that hurting. It made me feel ashamed, that I had been so thoughtless I had myself to blame. Im sorry I was selsh, I said to my best friend. I hope that youll still play with me and forgive me in the end. Its okay, sniffed Alex. I never hated you. But next time can I come along and race my skateboard too?

Right-io! said Mr Clare, Another fall out solved a happy little outcome for everyone involved. We talked about our feelings, so well be pals for good, and explore that moon together the way that best friends should!

The End

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About the Author

Ruth began her career in Radio, presenting, then selling, writing and voicing commercials. The births of her three children inspired the return to her childhood passion for writing books.

The Illustrator
Mark Dale is Ruths cousin. He is currently a Director of the design consultancy GDA Ltd. in Shefeld. Mark couldnt miss the opportunity to help Ruth with this project and provided the resources to make Ruths dream a reality. For families everywhere, pull together and anything is possible.

Angel Creative
Little Angel Creative produces educational books for children from the ages of 4 to 104! We believe it is our responsibility as, grown-ups to present information to our children in an enjoyable way, so they listen, absorb and remember it in the future. Little Angel Creative tackles sensitive topics such as low self esteem, problems at home and racism, as well as school objectives such as growth, friendships, and various feelings and emotions. Each book is written with the child rmly in mind, which is why it is colourful, easy to understand, and great fun to listen to. We love our books. Our children love our books. We sincerely hope you will love them too. Little Angel Creative Limited. Learning in our own little world!

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