Dear Tabby

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with social dynamics or needs a playful way to practice perspective-taking. Dear Tabby introduces us to a wise feline advice columnist who helps the residents of Crittersville navigate everything from personal hygiene to friendship faux pas. It is a wonderful tool for teaching children that everyone has problems and that there is usually a kind, sensible way to solve them. Through humorous letters and thoughtful replies, the book models how to give and receive advice with empathy. It is perfectly suited for children aged 4 to 8 who are beginning to navigate the complexities of playground politics and personal responsibility. Parents will appreciate the way it uses humor to lower defenses, making it much easier to discuss sensitive social topics without feeling like a lecture.