Nela knew a baby was coming. Mum had told her a long time ago. But now - now Lara is really here. And everything is different.
Everyone comes to visit. Everyone wants to see the baby. Everyone says: "Oh, how sweet!" Nobody asks Nela how she is doing.
Nela loves Lara. She knows that. But sometimes she feels something strange - something she is ashamed to feel. Something that has no name.
So she goes to the stable. To Serenity. And whispers everything to her.
Then a small foal arrives at the stable. It wobbles on its thin legs. Serenity watches it - calm, patient and gentle. And suddenly Nela understands something. The foal needs Serenity more than she does. Because it is so small. Because it doesn't yet know how everything works. Just like Lara.
"Nela and Serenity - When Everything Changes" is a tender picture book about change, jealousy and the discovery that love doesn't get smaller when you share it - it gets bigger.
A book for every child who is about to become a big sister or brother - and for every child who already is one.
Perfect for children aged 4 to 8 years - for reading aloud, for reflecting, and for meaningful conversations about feelings.
Book 5 - the final book of the "Nela and Serenity" series.
The complete series:
Book 1: Nela and Serenity - When I Am Angry
Nela is jealous of a new girl at the stable. Serenity shows her: a heart that opens never loses. It only gains.
Book 2: Nela and Serenity - When I Am Afraid
Nela wakes up feeling strange - for no reason. Serenity shows her: you don't have to understand the fear. You just don't have to carry it alone.
Book 3: Nela and Serenity - When I Am Sad
Ayla moves away. Serenity shows Nela: true friendship never ends. It simply waits - until you find each other again.
Book 4: Nela and Serenity - When I Feel Alone
Nela feels invisible - surrounded by people. Serenity shows her: you are not invisible. Hearts that stay open always find a way.
About the author:
Nadine Neufeld is an entrepreneur, communications expert and passionate equestrian. As founder of Riding Serenity, she works daily with children and adults with special needs - and experiences how horses open hearts and make emotions visible.
She is also the author of Growing in the Mirror of the Horse - a practical and deeply personal guide to horse-assisted development for parents, educators and coaches.
Nela and Serenity is her children's book series - born from the conviction that animals help children understand themselves and put their feelings into words.
www.riding-serenity.com
