When Jonas moves with his parents from Berlin to the small town of Diersfeld, his world falls apart. Everything is new-the surroundings, the school, the other children. While his parents look ahead with hope, Jonas feels alone, overwhelmed, and misunderstood.
But one night, when he feels especially small, something happens that changes his life: his computer begins to glow. A gentle spark of light appears-and a warm, friendly being steps forward. Its name is Pixel.
Pixel leads Jonas into a mysterious dream world where feelings come alive, thoughts grow into stories, and every child has a place. Together, they meet children facing fear, insecurity, challenges of courage, conflict, and inner struggles. Step by step, Jonas learns that courage does not mean being without fear-but continuing despite it. And that every person carries a light within themselves, waiting to be seen.
This book is more than a story.
It is an interactive activity book that combines reading, reflection, and creative engagement. Alongside exciting chapters, it includes:
- coloring pages for relaxation and creativity
- child-friendly puzzles and tasks that support concentration and problem-solving
- reflection prompts that encourage children to talk about feelings
- small insights and thoughts that offer guidance and encouragement
This makes Jonas and Pixel - The Living Computer a pedagogically valuable overall experience that strengthens children emotionally, builds self-confidence, and helps them better understand everyday challenges.
The book is ideal for:
✔ children aged 7 and up
✔ parents who want to accompany their children on their journey
✔ educators, teachers, and school social workers
✔ daycare centers, after-school programs, and school libraries
✔ therapeutic and counseling settings
✔ families who want to read, talk, and grow together
The themes of the book are modern, relatable, and meaningful for children:
courage, fear, conflict, friendship, self-image, conflict resolution, empathy, integration, and mindfulness.
All of this is woven into a warm-hearted story that both entertains and educates.
This book was created to show children:
You are not alone. Your feelings matter. And you can grow-one small step every day.
Jonas and Pixel - The Living Computer is the beginning of a new, ongoing children's book series.
Further volumes are already in preparation and will continue to accompany Jonas through new adventures, new challenges-and new discoveries about himself.
A book to read, to feel, to take part in-and to become braver.
