Clementine’s Own Way
Rachael Hind & Esther Bernal
Category: Children's Picture Book
Hardcover | 40 pages |979-8-90115-081-8
Trim Size: 8.5” H x 10.3” W
Publication Date: Jul 7th, 2026
List Price: $18.99 USD
Publisher: Starfish Bay® Publishing

A shy girl finds courage to join the celebrations in her own way on the one hundredth day of school.

Clementine is shy and doesn’t enjoy dress-up days—especially when her class is buzzing with excitement for the one hundredth day of school. Everyone is planning wigs and costumes, but Clementine just wants to feel like herself. With help from Mom and a jar of colorful pompoms, she comes up with a creative idea that’s both unique and true to who she is. Clementine's Own Way is a gentle, uplifting story about celebrating milestones, embracing individuality, and finding quiet confidence. Sweet, expressive, and colorful illustrations capture school-day fun and the warmth of small but meaningful moments.

Rachael Hind is a Teacher Librarian, book reviewer, and prolific reader. She loves writing heartwarming picture books set in schools and libraries. Rachael received the Laurie Copping Award for Distinguished Service to Children’s Literature in the Australian Capital Territory in 2021. She lives in Canberra, Australia, with her husband, three children, and two treasured little dogs.

 

Key Features:
  • A relatable exploration of social anxiety and self-expression through the lens of a popular classroom milestone.
  • Encourages children to participate in their own way and reassures them that being different is ok.
  • Bright, sweet, playful illustrations capture the energy of classroom celebrations and the warmth of Clementine’s emotional journey, from quiet worry to quiet courage.
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