Remember
Honoring the people, places and lessons of September 11.
Discover A Day We Remember in September by James Elsbury. A gentle story about a day that changed the world, the people who helped, and the kindness we can carry forward.
Discover the BookLittle conversations. Lasting lessons.
Meet the author
James Elsbury is the author of A Day We Remember in September. In his dedication, he thanks his son Oscar for inspiring and motivating him to write the book.
Through a gentle introduction to September 11, 2001, James invites young readers to ask questions, remember those who were lost, and recognise the courage of those who helped. His story encourages children to choose kindness in their own lives.
From the dedication · For Oscar"Thank you for inspiring and motivating me to write this book."
The Book
A Day We Remember in September helps young readers ask questions, learn from history, and understand how courage, kindness and ordinary people can make a difference, even during the most difficult times.
Honoring the people, places and lessons of September 11.
Learning about brave people who helped others.
Seeing how people cared for their communities.
Discovering how small actions can make a big difference.
The heart of the story
A story that opens conversations about courage, compassion and remembrance, and the small ways we can care for one another.
Talk together
This book opens the door to important conversations at home, in the classroom, and in your community.
Help children understand what happened on September 11, 2001 in an age-appropriate way.
Highlight the many ways ordinary people stepped up to make a difference.
Encourage curiosity and thoughtful conversations about history and the world.
Show children that courage can look different in everyone, big and small.
Explore how communities come together during difficult times.
Inspire children to find their own ways to make the world a kinder place.
Conversations that matter
A few simple questions can lead to big conversations.
Talk about the people who make your community stronger.
Explore small actions that make a positive difference.
Encourage your child’s questions and listen together.