Illustration: Andrea Alemanno
from the book Leo, the Little Wanderer
About Wickwick Publishing
Origin & Focus
Stories from the heart
Finnish boutique publisher of meaningful global children's literature: stories that inspire, heal, and connect young readers across borders.
Classroom & Community
A bridge for challenging topics
Compassionate tools help educators and parents discuss complex themes with grace and hope, with international illustrators in active creative collaboration.
Educational Fit
Built for modern classrooms and libraries
Stories integrate seamlessly into literacy curricula, values-led group discussions, and culturally responsive learning environments.
Illustration: Nyamdorj Lkhaasuren
from the book A Stargazer
SEL & The Global Bilingual Program
Designed around foundational Social-Emotional Learning competencies and dual-language acquisition.
Core Competencies
The "Global Heart" philosophy
Directly reinforces core foundational SEL skills: empathy, resilience, and peace, providing structured anchors for classroom and community conversations.
Multilingual Reach
Innovative language support
Built upon an extensive original English-language catalog by Dr. Tuula Pere, amplified through a vast international translator network into dozens of languages.
Dual-Language Tools
Side-by-side bilingual editions
Pairs English text directly with faithful translations to support diverse classrooms and language acquisition. Featured titles include The Healer Cat and Friends and Rivals.
Dr. Tuula Pere · Author & Founder
Meet the Author: Dr. Tuula Pere
A unique perspective on storytelling
An accomplished Finnish children's author and the founder of Wickwick Ltd. Dr. Pere holds a Ph.D. in Law and brings a distinguished background as a corporate lawyer and executive, uniting professional precision with an empathetic narrative voice.
Global impact and prolific output
With over 80 children's books published since 2010, her works have been translated into dozens of languages and are embraced by families, schools, and public libraries worldwide.
Literature that listens
Her signature approach treats young readers with intellectual dignity, tackling social justice, emotional wellness, and coexistence with gentle warmth and lyrical clarity.
Core Mission: The "Global Heart" Philosophy
Guiding children toward compassionate understanding, intercultural respect, and emotional maturity.
Accessibility & Voice
Accessible themes for young minds
Masterfully addresses sensitive, vital themes including social justice, personal resilience, and peaceful coexistence. Written in a gentle, reassuring tone that connects deeply with children without oversimplifying life's realities.
Intercultural Dialogue
Building generational and cultural bridges
Dedicated to bridging diverse cultures and generations. Empowers young readers to meet life's uncertainties with kindness, grace, and courage, providing a solid foundation for classroom SEL frameworks.
Theme 1: Resilience & Courage
Supporting Children's Emotional Growth
Books tailored for schools and libraries to help children navigate adversity, build inner fortitude, and embrace personal growth.
Featured Books
The Treehouse Night
Explores teamwork, practical goal setting, and the courage to take healthy, supportive risks.
Luke's Sailing Adventure
An engaging story centered on water safety, preparation, and learning personal responsibility.
Stormy Sailing
A powerful narrative about facing adversity, weathering uncertainty, and discovering bravery.
Featured Books: The Treehouse Night, Luke's Sailing Adventure and Carried by Wings
Theme 2: Empathy & Social Awareness
Core Social-Emotional Learning Focus
Fostering mutual understanding, perspective-taking, and inclusive community dialogue across diverse student backgrounds.
Featured Books
Our Song, Our Voice
Celebrates multiculturalism, diversity, and finding one's authentic voice.
The Fox and the Garbage War
A witty, thought-provoking tale on civic leadership, environmental action, and standing up for community welfare.
The Hermit's Hut
A poignant exploration of human connection, overcoming loneliness, and the healing power of shared stories.
Featured Books: Our Song, Our Voice, The Fox and the Garbage War and The Hermit's Hut
Theme 3: Nature & Interdependence
Environmental Stewardship & Wonder
Connecting children deeply with the living world while fostering ecological responsibility, mindfulness, and scientific curiosity.
Featured Books
A Parrot Tail Lily
An educational narrative on patience, careful nurturing, and the delicate balance of
botanical life.
Do You See Me in Nature?
Encourages children to closely observe and appreciate their natural surroundings.
The Polar Bears' Journey
A timely story exploring Arctic wildlife, changing environmental habitats, and our shared planetary connections.
Featured Books: A Parrot Tail Lily, Do You See Me in Nature and The Polar Bears' Journey
Why Educators and Libraries Choose Wickwick
Social-Emotional Development
Actionable emotional toolkits
Stories support psychological and social development and classroom discussion of grit, determination, and resilience.
Classroom Climate
Inclusive and welcoming spaces
The Empathy collection offers a safe, accessible space to explore social dynamics, so every student feels seen, heard, and valued.
Cross-Curricular Learning
STEM and environmental action
The Nature collection inspires children to protect our planet through cross-curricular STEM learning and global sustainability.
Partnering with Wickwick:
Ready-to-Use Materials
Distribution
Turnkey library catalog on IngramSpark
Over 80 high-quality titles in the IngramSpark system are ready for immediate ordering and distribution to US schools and public libraries.
Educator Resources
Complete turnkey institutional toolkit
Digital catalog access: complete plot summaries, theme alignments, grade-level bands, and curated award-winning title lists for collection development.
Connect
Direct publisher collaboration
Custom bilingual editions, author visits, and curricular reading guides are available directly through Wickwick Publishing.
Publisher Inquiries
Wickwick Publishing
Explore catalog availability, ordering information, and bilingual program partnerships.
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Wickwick
Stories with a Global Heart
Nurturing social-emotional growth and dual-language learning
Presented by Dr. Tuula Pere, Author & Founder · Wickwick Publishing