Lubna and Pebble
By Wendy Meddour
The Story
A girl living in a tent camp finds comfort in her only friend, a pebble that listens to her stories — until a frightened, lost little boy arrives and needs comfort too.
Why It's Special
For the child who has one object they can't sleep without, this is a gentle way into a hard, real subject: what it means to be far from home.
- Big idea: Comfort shared is comfort multiplied — sometimes the smallest kindness is the biggest one you can give.
- Vibes: Tender, quiet, hopeful even in hardship.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on sharing something precious
- respond well to gentle stories about big feelings
- are curious about kids whose lives look different from theirs
- love a favorite object that feels like a friend
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: Why do you think Lubna decided to give Pebble to the little boy?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the little boy felt when he arrived at the World of Tents?
- Real-life connection: Do you have something special, like Pebble, that makes you feel less scared?
- Imagination: What would you want to tell your own Pebble if it could listen to you?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Lubna felt about giving up her best friend?
