Ten picture books about the values that shape how children relate to themselves and others, kindness, resilience, honesty, teamwork, self-belief and more. Written by Australian author Zanni Louise and illustrated by Missy Turner, published by Five Mile.

Each book takes a single value and explores it through story, giving children a concrete, memorable way to understand what that value looks and feels like in everyday life. These aren't abstract concepts, they're a natural starting point for group discussions, circle time and one-on-one conversations about how we treat each other.

What's inside (one value per book)

• Gratitude
• Honesty
• Imagination
• Kindness
• Patience
• Persistence
• Resilience
• Respect
• Self-Belief
• Teamwork

All by Zanni Louise and Missy Turner. Aligned to EYLF Outcome 3: children have a strong sense of wellbeing. For children aged 4 to 7.

Ten books for $30, RRP $150. That's $3 a book.

Frequently asked questions about the Human Kind Series

What books are in the Human Kind Series?

Ten titles, one value each: Gratitude, Honesty, Imagination, Kindness, Patience, Persistence, Resilience, Respect, Self-Belief and Teamwork.

Who wrote them?

Australian author Zanni Louise, illustrated by Missy Turner, published by Five Mile. Zanni Louise also writes the companion series for younger readers, Handbooks for Little Humans.

What age is this collection for?

Children aged 4 to 7, well suited to kindergarten, prep and the early years of primary school.

What does it support?

Character education and social and emotional learning, and EYLF Outcome 3 (children have a strong sense of wellbeing), through stories that build emotional literacy and self-awareness.

How is this different from Handbooks for Little Humans?

Both are by Zanni Louise. Human Kind takes one value per book for ages 4 to 7; Handbooks for Little Humans is aimed a little younger and speaks more directly to children in a survival-guidebook style.

How much per book?

The set is $30 for ten books, which works out to $3 a book.