Sumana Seeboruth – författare

Henna hands should be for everyone and Ravi can't wait to design his very own! A vibrant picture book celebrating family, community and culture.'Do henna hands last forever?' asked Ravi.'After a while it fades then disappears,' replied Madam-Mehndi. 'But special henna hands never really go. They stay right here' she said pointing to Ravi's heart. 'They're chosen out of love and no-one forgets the ones they love.'It's the day before Ruhi's mehndi party and there is so much to prepare. Her lengha has been tailored, the guests have been invited. All her little brother Ravi wants to do is help her get ready for the big day.But 'mehndi and henna hands are not for boys.'Spend the day with Ravi as he helps make the henna paste, decorate the home and dreams of his very own henna hands.

When one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? In this gentle exploration of early friendship, toddlers will recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.

Motivated by new undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty. Age-appropriate language and engaging illustrations make this simple and sweet story a perfect potty training support for little ones.

“This board book is perfect for little ones who are just learning how to interact with others . . . Soft backgrounds illuminate the story, whose diverse cast makes these lessons accessible to all” – Foreword IndiesWhen one toddler at daycare takes all the toy animals, she soon discovers that keeping everything to herself can feel a bit lonely. Can sharing with others help her make new friends? This playful, relatable story helps little ones navigate the ups and downs of sharing. Bilingual Spanish edition. Introduces themes of sharing, empathy, and early friendships Features a relatable childcare setting and a diverse group of toddlers Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

“Empowering and entertaining for those learning to ‘go’” – Kirkus ReviewsMotivated by brand-new undies and Daddy’s encouragement, a determined toddler embarks on the potty training journey. With relatable challenges and big triumphs, this adorable story helps little ones feel excited and supported as they reach this important milestone. Bilingual Spanish edition. Introduces the basics of potty training in an engaging, toddler-friendly way Promotes confidence and pride in moments of progress Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

Margaret Wise Brown Board Book List (Bank Street College of Education)A funny and heartwarming story about trying new foods!A young child helps his Mum and Mama prepare a green vegetable soup, but when it’s time to eat, he refuses to try it. After seeing his parents enjoy the meal, he finally decides to give it a taste - and discovers he likes it after all! This playful story, full of humor and sound effects, offers a positive approach to handling food reluctance. Encourages trying new foods with a fun, relatable story Highlights the supportive role of parents in mealtime experiences Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

Shortlisted for the Spanish CLEL Bell Awards"Introducing new foods to a skeptical child, an issue faced by most every parent, is joyously tackled in this bilingual board book" - School Library JournalA young child helps his Mum and Mama prepare a green vegetable soup, but when it’s time to eat, he refuses to try it. After seeing his parents enjoy the meal, he finally decides to give it a taste - and discovers he likes it after all! This playful story, full of humor and sound effects, offers a positive approach to handling food reluctance. Bilingual Spanish edition.Encourages trying new foods with a fun, relatable storyHighlights the supportive role of parents in mealtime experiencesPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

“Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!” – School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This humorous, heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler’s drive for independence. Explores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamwork Features a relatable family setting and sibling dynamics Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

“Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!” – School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Spanish, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler’s drive for independence. Created to develop early English and Spanish development Explores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamwork Features a relatable family setting and sibling dynamics Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

I don't waaant to go to bed! Let's read another book instead.Bedtime? No! I want to play! I'm not tired! This very tired tot resists sleep with wild and wide-eyed antics until her mama finds just the right way to calm her down and snuggle into bed. Part of the Feelings & Firsts series Perfect to help with bedtime routines Provides language kids can use to express big feelings Also available in bilingual spanish

A 2026 Inclusive Books for Children Children's Choice Awards winner"Parents and children alike will relate to the struggle in this charming read, perfect for sparking conversations about handling big feelings" – BooklistTime to leave? No, no, no! I'm too busy. I can't go!When it's time to leave for dance class, this stubborn tot doesn't want to go. It can be hard to transition to a new part of the day! But she learns that as hard as it is to stop having fun... getting out the door leads to more adventures.Part of the Feelings & Firsts seriesPerfect to help kids with transitionsProvides language kids can use to express big feelingsAlso available in bilingual Spanish

Time to leave? No, no, no! I'm too busy. I can't go!When it's time to leave for dance class, this stubborn tot doesn't want to go. It can be hard to transition to a new part of the day! But she learns that as hard as it is to stop having fun... getting out the door leads to more adventures. Bilingual spanish edition. Part of the Feelings & Firsts series Perfect to help kids with transitions Provides language kids can use to express big feelings

A 2025 Junior Design Awards Editor's Choice Winner"Perfect for little ones curious about life in England or fans of British TV shows, this title offers a delightful glimpse into another world" – School Library JournalHello! Come along for a day in England. Eat a full English breakfast, watch the horses grazing from the train, and picnic and play cricket in the heath.Part of the Barefoot Books Our World seriesPart of the Barefoot Books America 250 collectionWritten by British author and illustrator Sumana Seeboruth and Ella HobbisExtended endmatter offers a further glimpse into life in England

“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual Arabic and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and Arabic language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual Chinese and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and Chinese language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual Portuguese and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and Portuguese language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual Bengali and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and Bengali language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

“A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections” – School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual French and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be “mine!” and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and French language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

A 2025 Junior Design Awards Editor's Choice Winner"Perfect for little ones curious about life in England or fans of British TV shows, this title offers a delightful glimpse into another world" – School Library JournalHello! Come along for a day in England. Eat a full English breakfast, watch the horses grazing from the train, and picnic and play cricket in the heath.Part of the Barefoot Books Our World seriesPart of the Barefoot Books America 250 collectionWritten by British author and illustrator Sumana Seeboruth and Ella HobbisExtended endmatter offers a further glimpse into life in England

"A diverse cast of children and adults is shown, and the bright colors and dark, often bold text is eye-catching. A great addition to bilingual board book collections" - School Library JournalWhen one toddler in a childcare setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap? Now available in bilingual Vietnamese and English, this gentle exploration of early friendship helps toddlers recognize the tension between wanting everything to be "mine!" and the desire to connect with other children.Develop early English and Vietnamese language skillsRelatable setting for kids in childcare settings

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Arabic, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and Arabic developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Bengali humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and Bengali developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and French, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and French developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Portuguese, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and Portuguese developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Chinese, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and Chinese developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library JournalA determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Vietnamese, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.Created to develop early English and Vietnamese developmentExplores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamworkFeatures a relatable family setting and sibling dynamicsPart of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments

No! Please stay! Won’t let you go. Wait! A plan . . . I know!When it’s time to go school, this anxious tot doesn’t want to leave his grandmother. It can be hard to be apart from the people you love! Tag along with them on their way to school as they find a way to navigate this tough transition with gentleness and humor.Part of the Feelings & Firsts seriesA playful, gentle approach to separation anxietyProvides language kids can use to express and work through big feelings

No! Please stay! Won’t let you go. Wait! A plan . . . I know!When it’s time to go school, this anxious tot doesn’t want to leave his grandmother. It can be hard to be apart from the people you love! Tag along with them on their way to school as they find a way to navigate this tough transition with gentleness and humor. Bilingual Spanish edition.Part of the Feelings & Firsts seriesPerfect to help kids with separation anxietyProvides language kids can use to express and work through big feelings