Patrick and George - A bully, a bear, and a change of heart!
Patrick and George - A bully, a bear, and a change of heart!
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By Jessica Urlichs
Exploring the impact of bullying and the importance of friendship
Patrick and George’s peaceful morning walks suddenly feel different when Patrick begins to get bullied. As Patrick struggles with the hurtful behaviour, George notices his friend changing, and wants to help. This heartfelt story explores the impact of bullying, the power of friendship, and the courage it takes to stay true to yourself.
Written by bestselling author and mum of three, Jessica Urlichs, this gentle but powerful tale reminds tamariki that being picked on is never about who they are.
How this resource supports our tamariki:
- Builds resilience: Helps children understand that bullying doesn’t define them and encourages confidence in their own identity.
- Opens conversations: Provides a safe way for parents and kids to talk about bullying, feelings, and how to ask for support.
- Models empathy and friendship: Shows the importance of looking out for each other and standing beside friends through tough times.
- Encourages bravery: Inspires tamariki to respond to challenges with courage and compassion.
Frequently asked questions
How long will it take for my order to arrive?
Due to courier services (at times) being unreliable, we have overestimated delivery timeframes to do our best to ensure your expectations are met.
- Canterbury: 2-4 working days
- South Island: 2-5 working days
- North Island 4-6 working days
Can I return items from my order?
Absolutely!
If for any reason you aren’t happy with your order then please email kiaora@whanaucompass.org.nz, letting us know you’d like to return an item, we will then provide you with a return address for that order and will provide you with a full refund for the item (not including the shipping cost).
We are happy to exchange or refund your items within 30 days of your purchase, provided they can be returned to us in their original packaging and "as new" condition.
The item I want is out of stock. When will it be back?
When an item sells out we aim to get it back in stock as soon as possible. If you'd like us to let you know once it's back, send us an email to kiaora@whanaucompass.org.nz