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by Kim Harvey-Keddy (Author)
Maggie used to think her mirror showed her everything she needed to know - until one day, she discovered a curious Magic Mirror Shop. Drawn to its sparkle and warmth, Maggie peered into one of the mirrors, and it began to shimmer with something new. Instead of reflecting her face, it revealed the kindness in her heart, the sparkle of her creativity, and the courage that lived quietly inside her.
In Maggie and the Magic Mirror, readers follow Maggie's enchanting journey of self-discovery as she learns that true beauty isn't about how we look - it's about who we are. Guided by a gentle unicorn friend, Maggie explores magical places like the Garden of Self-Love and the Fountain of Affirmations, discovering that confidence grows when we nurture it with kindness, gratitude, and compassion.
This uplifting story helps children:
- Build self-esteem and positive body image through imagination and emotional awareness.
- Understand that everyone sometimes feels self-doubt or comparison - and that those feelings are okay.
- Recognise that inner qualities like empathy, creativity, and friendship are what make each person truly shine.
Through poetic storytelling and emotional warmth, Maggie and the Magic Mirror provides a safe, age-appropriate way for children to begin conversations about self-worth, diversity, and self-compassion. Families can use Maggie's journey as a gentle invitation to explore identity, confidence, and kindness together.
Each Inner Harmony Haven book weaves imaginative storytelling with evidence-informed wellbeing strategies, giving families and educators practical tools for emotional growth, co-regulation, and resilience.
A beautiful resource for parents, therapists, teachers, and counsellors, Maggie and the Magic Mirror reminds children that the most powerful reflection they'll ever see is the one that shines from within.
Series: Inner Harmony Haven: Children's Books for Big Feelings and Coping Skills - where imagination meets emotional learning through stories of co-regulation, compassion, and growth.
