Author

Mariyam Yousaf Sheikh

An inclusive education specialist using play-based approaches to write stories that build empathy for children facing challenges.

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Trying Looks Like This

Mustafa tries very hard each day.

He tries to make friends, to help, and to listen to what everyone tells him.

But something always goes wrong.

He always has a reason for what he is doing… only, no one seems to see it.

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The themes

What this book is about .

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Trying hard and still getting it wrong

02

What adults miss when they only see the behaviour

03

Being misunderstood while you are still small

04

Helping, and how it can go sideways

05

Patience, for the child and the grown-up reading along

Behind The Book

About the Author

Mariyam Yousaf Sheikh is a special education interventionist and inclusive education specialist in Pakistan. She uses play-based, emotionally responsive approaches to support young children, families, and educators. Drawing from classroom experience, Mariyam writes stories that help children feel understood, especially those facing challenges, and promotes empathy and connection among all children.