Like Stars in the Sky

Callie can’t stop thinking about stars. All night they dance in her dreams and all day they sparkle in her thoughts. If Callie doesn’t reach the stars soon, she feels as though her busy mind might explode!
So, she decides to build a rocket. All she needs is
a little help from her friends.

When Callie arrives in space the stars are finally in her grasp: the big stars make great slides, the small stars make perfect frisbees, and stardust comes in every fizzy flavour that Callie can imagine! Mmm, pineapple!

But something is missing. Can the constellations offer a clue?

Like stars in the sky we shine brighter when we are all connected, and Callie’s faithful friends are out of this world!

• A vibrant exploration of hyperfocus on a future goal and the joyful balance to be found in the now, inspired by the author’s own experience with ADHD.

• Universal themes of friendship, reaching for our goals and the joys found in the now.

• Bold palettes, sparkling details and engaging characters to help focus children who are easily distracted.

Author: Jessie James
Illustrator: Brendan Kearney
Extent: 32pp
Genre: Picture book

Something spark your interest?

Like to know more?

Drop us a line, we’re all ears!