Always Tell the Truth - Paperback

by Marina Swan (Author), Marina Swan (Illustrator)

Teach young children the importance of honesty, kindness, and emotional awareness with Always Tell the Truth, a heartwarming children's book by Marina Swan. Designed for ages 3-7, the story follows Ellie, a curious ginger kitten, and Ollie, a patient golden retriever, as they navigate a small accident at home. When a vase is broken, Ellie isn't sure whether to tell the truth or stay quiet. With Ollie's calm guidance, she learns that honesty builds trust, courage, and loving connections.

What sets Always Tell the Truth apart is the inclusion of thoughtful activity and discussion questions at the end of the book. These prompts encourage children to reflect on the story, explore their own feelings, and talk about honesty, kindness, and responsibility. Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers, these activities turn reading into a meaningful, interactive learning experience, supporting emotional literacy, social-emotional development, and oral language skills.

Written by Marina Swan, a children's author dedicated to nurturing empathy and emotional growth, this book combines relatable characters, realistic illustrations, and gentle life lessons.

Whether for bedtime reading, classroom storytime, or quiet reflective moments, Always Tell the Truth is a must-have addition to any child's library. It helps children understand that mistakes happen, honesty matters, and kindness strengthens relationships.

Key Features:

• A heartwarming story about honesty, responsibility, and kindness
• Realistic, relatable characters: Ellie the kitten and Ollie the golden retriever
• Includes colouring-in pages and activity/discussion questions for deeper engagement
• Supports social-emotional learning, emotional literacy, and reflection
• Ideal for children ages 3-7, parents, teachers, and caregivers
• Add Always Tell the Truth by Marina Swan to your children's library today and help little hearts grow with honesty, courage, and empathy.