Henry & Flo

* Preorder - orders shipping mid July 2026

By Katherine Earsman

A heartfelt story about sibling love, understanding, and embracing differences.

Florence loves her big brother, Henry - but sometimes she doesn’t quite understand him. Henry doesn’t always like hugs, loud noises can feel overwhelming, and there are moments when he needs a bit of space. Through Florence’s eyes, this story explores what it means to love someone whose experience of the world is a little different.

Written from the author’s own whānau journey, Henry & Flo offers a warm and honest introduction to autism, helping tamariki make sense of behaviours that can otherwise feel confusing. At its heart, it’s a story about patience, empathy, and the deep connection that sits underneath it all.

This is a beautiful hardcover book for families, classrooms, and anyone wanting to support tamariki to understand neurodiversity in a way that feels accessible, reassuring, but most of all grounded in love.

How this product supports tamariki:

This book supports children to build empathy and understanding, particularly when they have a sibling, friend, or classmate who experiences the world differently. You might read it together and gently explore questions like “What helps Henry feel safe?” or “What helps you when things feel too much?” It creates space for honest kōrero and helps tamariki see difference as something to understand and embrace.