A wonderfully joyful book bursting with 365 happy facts to brighten every day of the year, from the much-loved creator of The Happy News.

Did you know that otters hold hands when they sleep or that a group of pugs is called a grumble? Discover this and much more in this joyful collection of happy facts, wholesome true stories and uplifting statistics for young readers to learn from and enjoy. Including adorable stories of animals and inspiring stories of humanity, and beautifully complemented by Emily Coxhead’s vibrant artwork, this is the perfect gift to enjoy each and every day for years to come.

Happy Days: 365 Facts to Brighten Every Day of the Year by Emily Coxhead is a small, squarish hardcover book that packs a punch. As the title states, the book has 365 facts, one for each day of the year, so you can read it over the course of the year, one fact at a time, or delve in and out when you see fit.

The information within will have youngsters in awe and learning a lot too. From being taught about rainbows that shine at night called moonbows, to baby elephants sucking on their trunks like human babies suck their thumbs. The book has so many glorious facts.

Each double page has roughly four facts that are written in large colourful text and surrounded by wonderful illustrations. The book is just a complete joy to read and it certainly will make the reader happy.

Overall, Happy Days: 365 Facts to Brighten Every Day of the Year has certainly completed what it set out to do, make readers happy. The book is like a bright shining light on a dull day and will put a smile on those who open it.

Emily Coxhead is a British designer, illustrator and happy thing maker! A graduate of Manchester School of Art, she is the creator of The Happy News, which celebrates all that’s good in the world and has been featured on BBC News, “The Today Show” and “The Drew Barrymore Show”. Teaming up with Bupa, Emily sends thousands of free copies to schools across the UK.

Emily has a range of merchandise, with retailers including John Lewis and Moonpig, as well as two adult books published by Penguin Random House. In September 2018, Emily was featured in the Independent’s Happy List, which acknowledges 50 inspirational heroes who do extraordinary things for others, and who deserve to be celebrated for their kindness, courage and selflessness.