The Not-So-Friendly Friend: How to Set Boundaries for Healthy Friendships

Learning to set boundaries is one of the most important skills for building healthy, respectful friendships—and The Not-So-Friendly Friend makes it accessible and empowering for kids and the adults who support them.

Written by licensed mental health therapist Christina Furnival, this engaging and kid-friendly picture book helps children recognize when friendships feel hurtful, confusing, or unkind, and teaches them how to stand up for themselves with kindness and confidence. Through relatable scenarios, gentle language, and vibrant illustrations, readers will discover how to listen to their feelings, speak up for their needs, and choose friendships that are supportive and safe.

Ideal for parents, teachers, counselors, and anyone helping children navigate social dynamics, The Not-So-Friendly Friend is a valuable tool for fostering emotional resilience, self-respect, and the courage to create healthy relationships at every age.