With children adjusting to face coverings and social distancing Smiley Eyes, Smiley Faces: a lift-the-flap face-mask book demystifies facemasks for the youngest children. From doctor to bus driver and shop assistant – lift each mask to find a smiling face.

A genuinely fun, sturdy board book for homes and preschools. Similarly helpful for toddlers facing medical appointments.

Also, there’s a mirror at the end. After all, what board book isn’t improved by a mirror?

Dawn McNiff – represented by James at The Catchpole Agency – wrote Smiley Eyes as a response to the pandemic. With vibrant illustrations by Zoe Waring.

Publisher: Ladybird 2021.