Don't Go!

Reach for this book when your little one is clinging to your leg at the daycare door or tearfully asking you not to leave. It is designed for the high-emotion moments of transition when a child feels overwhelmed by the physical distance between themselves and their caregiver. The story follows a young character experiencing the first-day jitters, validating the very real fear and sadness that comes with saying goodbye while gently pivoting toward the new discoveries waiting inside the classroom. Jane Breskin Zalben uses her signature gentle touch to bridge the gap between home and school. By focusing on the internal monologue of a child who just wants to stay with their parent, it serves as a comforting mirror for toddlers and preschoolers aged 2 to 5. Parents will appreciate how it doesn't dismiss a child's anxiety but instead walks through it, providing a soft landing that builds trust and confidence in the reunion that happens at the end of the day.