“Encourage Open Communication: Create a safe environment where children feel encouraged to express their feelings, just as Sania eventually did with Aisha.”

— Nasreen Tariq

“Acknowledge Shyness: Recognize that shyness is a natural feeling, especially when children encounter new situations or people.”

— Nasreen Tariq

“Dua and Mala are nice, but you were my first and that will never change.”

— Nasreen Tariq

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“Instead of shouting, he took deep breaths and tried to stay calm.”

— Nasreen Tariq, Shahmeer's Kindness - Children's Book About Kindness

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“One small act of kindness had taught Shahmeer the power of calm and caring.”

— Nasreen Tariq, Shahmeer's Kindness - Children's Book About Kindness

“Did you all see how Shahmeer’s realisation that his anger was pushing people away, while Amna’s kindness helped him see the value of calm behavior?”

— Nasreen Tariq, Shahmeer's Kindness - Children's Book About Kindness

“Slowly but surely, he was no longer the boy who always got into fights or bullied others.”

— Nasreen Tariq, Shahmeer's Kindness - Children's Book About Kindness

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Nasreen Tariq

Nasreen Tariq is an experienced educationist with a diverse background spanning over 20 years. She holds a Master’s Degree in Literature and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed.), along with a c…

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