The Day I Felt Seen — Finn’s Story
The Day I Felt Seen – Finn’s Story Book Two in The Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters Series
The same unforgettable first day—seen through a different light.
Finn the firefly seems like the happiest kid in class, always glowing, always smiling. But behind his bright wings, Finn quietly wonders if anyone really sees him. With one light dimmer than the other, he often feels like he’ll never shine quite right.
The Day I Felt Seen takes readers back to the same day from Raven’s First Day, but this time through Finn’s eyes. We follow him from his morning worries with his loving mom, Reya, to school hallways filled with laughter, friendship, and self-doubt. Along the way, Finn’s kindness touches the people around him—his free-spirited friend Cailee, the quietly competitive Aubrine, and the wise janitor Marcus—each reminding him that true brightness comes from the heart, not from how perfectly you shine.
Full of warmth, empathy, and hope, this second book in The Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters series reminds readers that even the softest light can brighten someone’s darkest day.
Because sometimes, being seen starts with seeing others.
About the Series
Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters is a beautifully illustrated series that supports social-emotional learning, mental wellness, identity, inclusion, and belonging. Each book follows a different critter’s perspective and encourages readers to understand feelings, build resilience, and practice kindness.