Nia: "The Noticer"
A thoughtful nine-year-old who notices the little things: the kind of gift that means the most is rarely the one from a store shelf.
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Nia and TheMissing Valentine
A Heartwarming Story About Friendship, Kindness, and the Power of Memories. By NIKI S.
- Ages 5–12
- 72 pages
- Published Feb 6, 2026
- ★ 5.0 (1 review)
#Friendship
#Kindness
#Memories
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Kindle $2.99 · Paperback $6.99
The Story
From hanging upside down on the monkey bars to facing a "river dragon" at the aquarium, The Missing Valentine invites young readers into the uplifting world of Nia and Rina. Join two best friends as they navigate the ups and downs of school life, overcome fears, and discover that the most valuable gifts aren't found on a store shelf. They are made from the heart.
Written in simple, conversational English, this story is perfect for independent reading, bedtime bonding, or classroom discussion. It concludes with The 5 Magic Words of Friendship (a simple moral guide to help kids be better friends), a "Book of Us" activity guide inspiring children to write or draw their own friendship stories, and discussion questions to spark conversations about gratitude, inclusion, and kindness.
"A captivating tale to inspire empathy, gratitude, and true connection in children: the perfect Valentine's Day gift for ages 5–12."
Meet the Characters
Rina: "The Adventurer"
Nia's best friend, always first to try something new, whether it's the monkey bars or a "river dragon" at the aquarium.
Every Chapter, a Friendship Theme
Nia and Rina navigate a different lesson in every chapter.
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Trust
Building confidence on the playground, one flip at a time.
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Adventure
Finding joy in new experiences, like facing the "river dragon" on the aquarium trip.
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Support
Cheering for a friend's dreams and talents, even when they're different from your own.
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Patience
Finding ways to connect, even when rules and schedules keep you apart.
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Creativity
Realizing that the best gifts are the ones we make ourselves.
The 5 Magic Words of Friendship
True love and friendship are shown through daily actions.
- Noticing
- Helping
- Sharing
- Supporting
- Including