The Lion Who Wanted to Love - Author Giles Andreae

The Lion Who Wanted to Love – A Brave Story About Kindness and Courage!

From the beloved author of Giraffes Can’t Dance comes a heartwarming tale about daring to be different. The Lion Who Wanted to Love, written by Giles Andreae and published by Hachette, is a 32-page rhyming picture book perfect for children aged 0–5.

Meet Leo, a little lion cub with a big heart. Unlike the rest of his pride, Leo doesn’t want to hunt—he wants to help. While the other lions mock him for being too kind, Leo sets off to follow his instincts and discovers that love and kindness can change everything. With vibrant illustrations and a powerful message, this award-winning story celebrates empathy, bravery and being true to yourself.

Why schools and parents love it:

• Promotes emotional intelligence – Encourages kindness, empathy and emotional awareness from a young age.
• Supports diversity and inclusion – Highlights the value of differences and the courage to stand out.
• Great for discussion – Sparks conversations around social skills, identity and compassion in early years settings.

Other heartwarming titles by Giles Andreae:
Giraffes Can’t Dance
Mad About Dinosaurs
Farmyard Hullabaloo