Purposefully Sincere – Children’s Book About Autism, Friendship & Empathy (Hardcover – Preorder)

Purposefully Sincere

Preorder available, ships Fall 2026

A heartfelt children’s book about empathy, friendship, and understanding others’ feelings.

Written by Sara Lewis Hartley • Illustrated by SK Artista

Ethan is a thoughtful and curious fourth grader who loves dinosaurs, maps, and discovering how the world works. But sometimes understanding his friends’ feelings isn’t as easy as learning new facts. When Ethan makes a joke that accidentally hurts a classmate’s feelings, he feels confused and unsure how to make things right.

With gentle guidance from his friend Kellan and his teacher, Ms. Purse, Ethan begins to notice the emotions around him and learns that being a good friend means listening, paying attention, and showing care in his own sincere way.

Told in compassionate rhyme and brought to life with expressive illustrations, Purposefully Sincere helps children understand that friendship grows through empathy, communication, and kindness.

✨ Through Ethan’s journey, children will learn to:

• Recognize social cues and understand others’ emotions
• See mistakes as opportunities to learn and grow
• Practice kindness and active listening
• Celebrate their own unique ways of connecting with friends

Part of the Purposefully Me™ Series, this warm and inclusive hardcover supports social-emotional learning, empathy development, and friendship skills for children navigating social communication and relationships.

Perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, therapists, and classrooms supporting children with autism, social awareness challenges, and friendship skills.

📘 Book Details:

• Hardcover
• 8.5 x 10 inches
• Approx. 32 pages
• Full color interior
• Ideal for ages 5–10

🎯 Themes: Autism • Friendship • Empathy • Social Awareness • Communication • Kindness

📦 Preorder Information:

This title is available for preorder and will ship upon release in Fall 2026.