A Restless Person Who Loved to Run

“A Restless Person Who Loved to Run” by Olesya Keshelya-Isak — a cheerful, heartwarming and inspiring children’s picture book about movement, self-discovery and persistence. The story follows Theo, a child who simply can’t sit still — he loves to run more than anything. Just like his mom, for whom running is an essential part of life. When Theo prepares to participate in a children’s run, he starts to wonder: What does it take to become a champion? How do you learn to be first? And most importantly — how and when should you share with your mom the secret that makes him so “restless”?

Alongside the gentle narrative, the book offers educational and practical content: guidance for young runners on healthy nutrition, how to choose comfortable running shoes, what a pulse is and why it’s important to monitor it, what marathons and half-marathons are, how to participate in kids’ runs — inspiring kids toward an active, healthy lifestyle. The book is illustrated and ideal for reading with parents or educators.

Why kids (and parents) will love it:

• A lively, warm story celebrating movement, friendship and determination;
• Encourages self-acceptance, self-expression and confidence in children who are energetic and curious;
• Combines fiction with practical advice about healthy habits, running and sport;
• Ukrainian hard-cover edition with colorful illustrations — great gift for kids 4–8 years old.