It's OK to Be Quiet!: A Picture Book for Introverted Kids!
Aug 2026 · Sold by Simon and Schuster
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Empower quiet kids with this fun, beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates introverts, builds confidence, and teaches the value of empathy, observation, and teamwork—perfect for social-emotional learning at home or in the classroom.
Everyone thinks Theo is cool. He's so funny and incredibly witty. Next to him, quiet Jonah feels almost invisible.
Nala is also a bit quieter, and Jonah ignores her, which bothers her.
But when Theo gets into trouble, Jonah and Nala jump to his aid, because while they may be quiet, they're not anxious or afraid to help! With empathy and their keen eye and quiet observation, they can help Theo. Because one thing is certain: We need everyone—the loud ones and the quiet ones!
Thoughtfully crafted with warmth by children's emotion expert Dagmar Geisler, this gentle, insightful story reassures young readers that being introverted is not something to "fix"—it’s something to embrace and celebrates the quiet power of introverted children.
The story highlights how introverted kids often observe, reflect, and listen deeply—traits that are just as valuable as being outgoing—and helps them develop empathy, confidence, and self-acceptance. It also underscores the power of teamwork, showing how different personality types complement each other in school and everyday life.
With engaging illustrations, practical information, and an interactive questionnaire that encourages meaningful conversations, this fun and educational book offers an ideal starting point for parents and educators and helps to empower and support introverted children. It's perfect for classrooms, family reading, or social-emotional learning settings.
Everyone thinks Theo is cool. He's so funny and incredibly witty. Next to him, quiet Jonah feels almost invisible.
Nala is also a bit quieter, and Jonah ignores her, which bothers her.
But when Theo gets into trouble, Jonah and Nala jump to his aid, because while they may be quiet, they're not anxious or afraid to help! With empathy and their keen eye and quiet observation, they can help Theo. Because one thing is certain: We need everyone—the loud ones and the quiet ones!
Thoughtfully crafted with warmth by children's emotion expert Dagmar Geisler, this gentle, insightful story reassures young readers that being introverted is not something to "fix"—it’s something to embrace and celebrates the quiet power of introverted children.
The story highlights how introverted kids often observe, reflect, and listen deeply—traits that are just as valuable as being outgoing—and helps them develop empathy, confidence, and self-acceptance. It also underscores the power of teamwork, showing how different personality types complement each other in school and everyday life.
With engaging illustrations, practical information, and an interactive questionnaire that encourages meaningful conversations, this fun and educational book offers an ideal starting point for parents and educators and helps to empower and support introverted children. It's perfect for classrooms, family reading, or social-emotional learning settings.
Empower quiet kids with this fun, beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates introverts, builds confidence, and teaches the value of empathy, observation, and teamwork—perfect for social-emotional learning at home or in the classroom.
Everyone thinks Theo is cool. He's so funny and inc...
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About the author
Dagmar Geisler is a German author and illustrator. She studied graphic design at the University of Applied Sciences in Wiesbaden and worked for several publishing houses and broadcasting companies. Today, Dagmar focuses mainly on children's books, both as an illustrator and an author. She illustrated My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes, which received the Silver Feather (Silberne Feder) Children's Book Prize from the German Medical Women's Association, and is the illustrator of My Feelings and Me. She lives with her family in Munich, Germany.
Dagmar Geisler is a German author and illustrator. She studied graphic design at the University of Applied Sciences in Wiesbaden and worked for several publishing houses and broadcasting companies. Today, Dagmar focuses mainly on children's books, both as an illustrator and an author. She illustr...
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