Don't Let Go!

Name: Don't Let Go!
ISBN: 9780399240089

For parents and children navigating the exciting, yet scary, journey of growing independence, this story perfectly captures the mixed emotions of letting go.

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About This Book

A parent would reach for this book when helping a child navigate the fear and excitement of a new step toward independence, like learning to ride a bike or starting school. This gentle story follows Megan, who is nervous about her dad letting go of her bike, and her dad, who is equally nervous about letting her go out into the world. It beautifully captures the dual anxieties of growing up, validating the child's fear of failing and the parent's bittersweet feelings about their child's new freedom. It’s a perfect tool for opening a conversation about how love means both holding on tight and learning to let go.

Fear & Bravery Growing Up Family & Siblings Anxiety & Worry First Day Freedom & Independence Love & Family Sports

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

A child is nervous about falling while learning to ride a bike.

Sad ThemesMild

Contains bittersweet and poignant themes about children growing up.

Sensitive Topics

The book addresses separation anxiety and the fear of growing up from both the child and parent viewpoints. The approach is gentle and metaphorical, using the tangible act of learning to ride a bike to explore deeper emotional currents. The resolution is hopeful and affirming, celebrating the milestone while acknowledging the bittersweet feelings that accompany it. The context is secular.