Sidney Makes a Wish - Author Lisa Thompson

What if a wish could fix everything… or help you see what was there all along?

In this tender and uplifting story by award-winning author Lisa Thompson, young Sidney finds a mysterious wishing well hidden in the grass. With a troubled friendship weighing on his heart, Sidney makes a heartfelt wish: to win back his best friend, Billy.

But sometimes, what we need isn’t magic — it’s a new way of seeing things. And as Sidney makes one wish after another, he begins to realise that friendship can appear where we least expect it.

This Little Gem from Barrington Stoke is expertly designed for young and struggling readers: short chapters, high-quality cream paper, and a dyslexia-friendly font make it accessible without losing depth or emotion.

Why we — and schools — love it:

• Supports emotional literacy by gently addressing conflict and forgiveness.
• Accessible format for emerging or reluctant readers, without compromising story quality.
• A beautiful conversation starter about what makes a true friend.

Author: Lisa Thompson, Publisher: HarperCollins (Barrington Stoke edition)
Format: Dyslexia-friendly paperback, Pages: 104