Ms. Allison Colpoys Books

If you are looking for a picture book to explore themes surrounding friendships and navigating arguments One Little Word is the book for you. The story starts with an argument turning up in the playground and explores how this affects not only the two children arguing but also the children surrounding them. It follows how quickly the argument grows and how easily it becomes out of control. Then something bubbles up inside the children, a small sorry that connects the friends again.

A beautifully illustrated book full of diverse characters to whom lots of children will be able to relate. The children in my class were inspired by this story and mesmerised by the colourful sketch-like illustrations. It encouraged great discussions about friendships and the importance of saying sorry.

This book can be enjoyed by children of any age but would be particularly appreciated by pupils in KS1 and lower KS2. This book could easily be linked with PSHE topics and used to help children who are struggling with friendships at school.