Sanya's New Starts: An Easy to Read, Diverse Chapter Book about Belonging

Bys: Singh, Sharvi and Singh, Aditi Wardhan

Meet Sanya Singh, an 11-year-old girl trying to find her place in a world that is constantly changing.

She has a vivid imagination, a love for making bracelets, and friends she cares deeply about. But Sanya's world is shifting in unexpected ways. A new brother, new place, new glasses, and new friendships begin to reshape everything she thought she knew. Through friendship, family, and the magic of self-discovery, Sanya learns an important truth. The deepest sense of belonging does not come from fitting in. It comes from within.

A Heartfelt Early Chapter Book for Kids Ages 6-9

This engaging early chapter book is perfect for children who enjoy:

Lighthearted, relatable storiesStrong imagination and creative thinkingCharacters who reflect on emotions and growthStories that gently explore change and identity

Sanya's journey helps young readers understand confidence, adaptability, and emotional awareness in a way that feels natural and comforting.

Why Readers Connect With This StoryBuilds emotional resilience in young readersEncourages self-reflection and identity explorationSupports social emotional learning (SEL) in an age-appropriate wayHelps children navigate change, friendships, and family dynamicsCelebrates creativity, imagination, and individuality
Perfect ForHome librariesClassrooms and school reading programsEarly chapter book readers ages 6-9Children experiencing transitions such as moving, new siblings, or new schoolsEducators looking for SEL-aligned story materialMore Than a Story

Sanya's journey gently reminds children that even when everything around them changes, they can still feel grounded within themselves.

Because belonging is not something you find outside. It is something you grow inside.

Discussion prompts and reflection exercises in the book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1956870067
• ISBN13: 9781956870060
• Release Date: April 2024
• Publisher: Raising World Children LLC
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"