The Shy Book
The Shy Book
by Howard Pearlstein
Ages 5–9
This book hides from you but you help it become confident by answering its questions. Teaches social skills creatively.
- Author
- Howard Pearlstein
- Age
- Ages 5–9
- Type
- Funny, Social Skills
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- BookTrust UK
- In India
- Available
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