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Ben's Little Helper: Nail Cutting
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 13 2025
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.08 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Does your child panic, cry, or freeze every time nail cutting comes around? You're not alone, and this book was written for that exact moment.
For many children, especially those with sensory sensitivities, autism, or anxiety, nail cutting can feel genuinely frightening. The sensation, the sound, the anticipation. It's not a behaviour problem, it's a real struggle, and it can leave parents and carers dreading a simple everyday task.
Ben's Little Helper: Nail Cutting is a warm, gentle picture book that helps children feel safe, understood, and in control during nail care. When Ben feels nervous about having his nails trimmed, his friendly helper Luka guides him through each step, offering comfort and the words to make sense of what's happening. By the end of the story, what once felt scary starts to feel manageable.
Written in simple, calming language with soft illustrations, the story is designed with sensory-sensitive children in mind. At the back of the book, parents and carers will find practical, evidence-based tips they can use straight away.
This book is ideal for:
- Parents who want a calmer, less stressful nail-cutting routine
- Carers and teachers supporting children with sensory sensitivities or special needs
- Occupational therapists and professionals using story-based approaches to build everyday self-care skills
- Anyone supporting a child who struggles with grooming, touch sensitivity, or personal care routines
Available in paperback and ebook.
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