Behaviour Matters: Kiwi Tidies Up - A Book About Being Messy

Behaviour Matters: Kiwi Tidies Up is a warm, engaging picture book about why tidying up matters. This gently educational story blends humor and everyday situations to explore responsibility, organization, and friendship for preschoolers and early readers. Perfect for children under five, and for parents and caregivers who want to turn small chores into meaningful moments of connection and growth. In the storytelling, Behaviour Matters: Kiwi Tidies Up is written in a warm, accessible voice with simple sentences and gentle humor. The book follows Kiwi’s journey as he learns that making an effort to tidy can invite friends back to the table and to shared fun. It’s designed for short attention spans, with clear progression and relatable scenes that parents and educators can discuss later. The content is presented as a cohesive narrative, complemented by practical activity suggestions and discussion prompts that encourage conversations about behavior, emotions, and responsibility. Core themes: tidiness, responsibility, and friendship Engaging features: activity suggestions and discussion prompts for parents and educators Learning outcomes: early social-emotional development and practical self-care Writing and illustration style: warm, humorous, kid-friendly storytelling centered around Kiwi's adventures After finishing Behaviour Matters: Kiwi Tidies Up, children gain practical skills and a brighter outlook: tidying up becomes a small, doable act that supports friendships and daily happiness. The book leaves them feeling capable, thoughtful, and eager to apply what they’ve learned to their own routines.