The Happy Ghost
Kelsey Marshalsey"Help! Oh No!" the little fish cried " It's a happy ghost! We need to hide!"
When a playful stingray pops by to say hello, everyone swims away in fright. No one takes the time to see that this "ghost" just wants to make friends. Feeling lonely and left out, the little stingray wonders if anyone will look past their ghostly appearance and see who they really are.
The Happy Ghost is a story about kindness, belonging, and learning not to judge others by how they look. With colourful underwater illustrations and a message that encourages empathy and inclusion, this picture book is perfect for sparking conversations about acceptance and unfairness.
Award-winning author-illustrator Kelsey Marshalsey blends rhythmic text with whimsical illustrations, creating a timeless picture book that captures the heart of classic storytelling.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Brown Paper Fox
Published: 04/14/2026
ISBN: 9781998710232
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2026