Your Light Within
A picture book written by Karlee J Hall and illustrated by Craig Orback, now published by FriesenPress. Follow George and his Gram on a warm, everyday adventure as they discover that the glow we feel from being ourselves, doing what we love, and caring for others is a light worth sharing. A gentle story for kids about kindness, self-worth, and finding your own way to shine. Looking for a hands-on practice to try together? Visit the Practices for Kids page.
Book Description:
What if the brightest light in the world was already shining within you?
Join George and his Gram on a joyful adventure to discover the “light within” – the warm, special feeling that comes from being yourself, doing what you love, and sharing kindness with others. As they wander through the neighbourhood, George meets friends who brighten their lights in different ways - building, baking, painting, flying kites, reading, and playing. With each joyful moment, George learns that everyone’s light is unique, and that his grows brighter when he shares it with the world.
Written by Karlee J Hall, a neuroscience researcher (PhD candidate) and registered Physical Therapist, Your Light Within gently brings science-informed ideas about emotional awareness and nervous system regulation into a child-friendly story. Through George’s journey, children are invited to notice their feelings, nurture self-connection, and celebrate their unique gifts.
Created with love, this heartwarming story encourages children to feel grounded in themselves, confident in who they are, and safe to shine. A perfect read-aloud for nurturing self-love and connection, a regulated nervous system, emotional awareness, authentic expression, and a sense of inner calm - reminding us that when we connect with our own inner light, we naturally brighten the world around us.
Where to Find Your Light Within
Your Light Within is available in hardcover, paperback, and eBook wherever you like to shop for books, including: