Patrick & George - Adventure, empathy and friendship

By Jessica Urlichs
Introducing tamariki to empathy, emotional support, and the power of connection

Join Patrick and George on a heartwarming adventure that celebrates true friendship. When George is feeling troubled, Patrick doesn’t rush to fix things – instead, he walks beside his friend through rocky mountains, deep ravines, and a rushing river. Along the way, they discover that sometimes the greatest gift isn’t solving problems, but simply being there for someone you care about.

Written by bestselling author and mum of three, Jessica Urlichs, this gentle, beautifully told story introduces tamariki to empathy, emotional support, and the power of connection, wrapped in a fun, adventurous journey.

How this resource supports our tamariki:

• Teaches empathy: Helps children understand what it means to truly listen and support others without needing to “fix” everything.
• Encourages emotional connection: Sparks conversations about feelings and how we can comfort friends who are having a hard time.
• Strengthens parent-child bonds: Reading together offers a natural way to talk about kindness, compassion, and walking alongside each other through challenges.
• Inspires resilience: Shows tamariki that obstacles are easier to navigate with friendship and support.