What Makes This Story Unique?
– Turns the daily “I’m bored!” battle into a story children want to re-read.
– Gives children a memorable three-step tool: Spot, Stay, Start.
– Treats screens honestly — the game is enjoyed in the end, but on the family’s terms.
This story is a practical tool to help your child:
– Answer boredom without reaching for a device.
– Wait out urges instead of obeying them.
– Start small hand-made projects and feel the pride of making.
Who Will Save Me From Boredom isn’t just a book — it’s a bridge to meaningful conversations about values, courage and self-respect.
– Perfect for bedtime reading, but be sure to stop at the song right after the story ends — it reflects the story’s values and warms the heart before sleep. Activities and games can be saved for another time.
– Perfect for classroom discussions.
Key Features of the Book
– Interactive Game Zone: A purposeful, fun set of mind & visual games (a maze, spot-the-difference, a hidden-objects scene, a 4×4 sudoku, brain challenges, a number puzzle, a word whirl, riddles, a guessing game and a coloring page) starring characters children love.
– Creative Activities Corner: Drawing, role-play and writing exercises that deepen the story’s morals.
– Discussion Prompts: Thought-provoking questions that spark meaningful parent-child conversations.
– Moral Theme Song: An original, catchy song (“Spot, Stay, Start”) whose lyrics align with the story’s core message.
– Illustrated Image Gallery: Vibrant artwork of key moments to inspire reflection.
– Parent’s Companion Guide: Practical tips to foster the story’s value at home.
– Quotes & Dialogues: Lines that model healthy behavior and independent thinking.
– Connect with Lena: Children can safely share their thoughts with Lena by email.
– Child-Tested & Approved: Refined with children’s feedback for relatability and impact.
Storytelling Style:
– Clear, age-appropriate language for 8–12-year-olds.
– Focus on real-world problem-solving without fantasy elements.
– Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading and activities.
This book aligns with moral parenting values — both an enjoyable read and a valuable experience.
Pages: 46
Finished Size: 229mm x 152mm
Paperback Specifications
– Pages: 86
– Text Stock: 115gsm Coated
– Finished Size: 229mm x 152mm (US Royal)
– Cover Stock: Cover Board
– Binding: Perfect Bound
– Lamination: Matte
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is Who Will Save Me From Boredom for?
It is written for children aged 8–12, and widely read by 13- and 14-year-olds who prefer short chapters, in clear, age-appropriate language with real, relatable situations and no fantasy.
What will my child learn from this story?
To answer boredom without a screen: spot the urge, stay two minutes, and start one small hand-made thing.
Is this a digital book or a paperback?
Both. You can choose an instant Digital copy or a printed Paperback edition at checkout.
What is included besides the story?
An interactive game zone, a creative-activities corner, discussion prompts, an original moral theme song, an illustrated image gallery, and a Parent’s Companion Guide.
Is it suitable for bedtime reading?
Yes. For bedtime, read up to the song right after the story ends, and save the games and activities for another time.
Listen to the opening chapters — free
Prefer to listen first? This is the free read-aloud of Who Will Save Me From Boredom, read by a professional narrator, with chapter markers. It covers the opening chapters and stops at the turning point — the ending is in the book.
Is this suitable for a 13 or 14 year old?
Yes. The story is written for ages 8–12, which is where most readers start it, but the situations — group chats, reputation, being talked about at school — land just as hard at 13 and 14. Older readers who find long novels heavy often finish this in one sitting, which is exactly the point.
One of the better books for reluctant readers — because it starts where they are
Parents hunting for books for reluctant readers often have a child who says everything is boring, then reaches for a screen. That is literally the opening of this story. Who Will Save Me From Boredom does not scold the screen; it shows what boredom actually is and what sits on the other side of it, which is a far easier sell to a child who has already refused three other books.
What age is this book for?
Ages 8–12. It is one of the funnier books for 8 year olds and books for 9 year olds in the series, works well as books for 10 year olds, and still reads honestly as books for 11 year olds and books for 12 year olds, when screen arguments get louder. Readers of 13 and 14 read it too. Wider lists: books for 9 year olds and books for 11 year olds.
Is it a chapter book?
Yes — a short illustrated chapter book at 229 x 152 mm; the printed page count is in the specifications above. It is deliberately lighter than standard chapter books for 10 year olds so a child who stalls on thick novels reaches the end.
Ebook or paperback?
Both at checkout. The digital edition is a children’s ebook you get immediately and can read on any device worldwide — useful if you want something in front of your child tonight. The paperback is printed and delivered inside the United Kingdom.
Buying more than one
Any 3, 6 or 10 titles make a children’s book bundle with a lower price per book at each step — build your bundle.
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