Isobel Hates Change: A joyful picture book about embracing the unexpected
Marcela Ferreira author Mark Chambers illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:6th Aug '26
Should be back in stock very soon
Life is full of changes and Isobel doesn't like it one bit!
When things change at Isobel's school, it's all too much for her. This is the perfect story for little ones who find security in structure and struggle when plans change.
Isobel loves her school routine. There's art to enjoy, P.E. games to play, and most importantly, time with her best friend, Lillian. Everything is just the way it should be.
Until one morning... there's a substitute teacher.
And he does things very differently.
Suddenly, Isobel's perfectly planned day is turned upside down - and she's just supposed to be fine with it?! Absolutely not. Isobel is NOT happy. But with a little help from Steve the dog, she begins to discover that change is a part of life and that it might even - sometimes, maybe, possibly - be a good thing.
Isobel Hates Change is a warm, reassuring picture book for young children who find comfort in routine and struggle when plans don't go as expected. Perfect for starting conversations about flexibility, resilience, and embracing the unexpected.
Also available: I Could Be Eaten By a Shark"A funny yet reassuring picture book that gently explores the challenges of coping with unexpected change...A wonderful conversation starter, this charming book helps build resilience while reminding children that change isn't always something to fear." * BookTrust *
"This wonderfully warm, reassuring picture book, featuring a diverse cast of children, shows change can be positive and necessary, just like the changing seasons! it is particularly supportive for neurodivergent readers." * Inclusive Books for Children *
"This warm, engaging picture book does a great job in boosting resilience and emotional wellbeing." * Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids *
"A colourful, humorous, animated, great and excellent book.... It is well written and addresses change purposefully! I also like how it tackles substitute teachers." * Andrew Smith, Reader Review (LR4K) *
"A warm, colourful book with a genuinely useful message behind it - and one I can see being particularly helpful for children who find change tricky." * Linda, ReadingZone *
"The story delivers its message with warmth, humour and empathy, making it particularly relatable for young children who find comfort in routine." * Louise, ReadingZone *
ISBN: 9781382064002
Dimensions: 246mm x 246mm x 4mm
Weight: 157g
32 pages