Author(s): Mahdis Kia (Illustrator)

Children's

Introducing 5 Little Wardens, a magical Children's book series following the adventures of five tiny seahorses, with giant characters who dwell on the bottom of the ocean. Despite their challenges they manage to remain positive and solve all the issues thrown at them in everyday ocean-life. In this second story, our colourful self-appointed guardians of the ocean, are helping their friend Salvy, to practice truthfulness about its nature and orientation. Each of the five books from 5 Little Wardens series addresses a modern- day challenge. "Salvy 's' Pride" aims to highlight the importance of levels of intimacy between children, parents, friends, and peers and encourages openness and truthfulness, reinforcing confidence in children, regardless of their sexual orientations, and other disparities to help navigating a mentally healthy journey in life as individuals, parents, siblings, and friends.