About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when the daily mealtime feels more like a battle of wills than a family gathering. "Jeremy Isn't Hungry" offers a wonderfully humorous and validating perspective on the common struggle of a child who refuses to eat. The story follows Jeremy, who won't touch his lunch, and his increasingly exasperated mother. The funny twist, revealed only to the reader, is that Jeremy has been snacking all morning. This lighthearted story normalizes parental frustration and a child's lack of appetite without blame or lectures. For ages 3 to 6, it’s a perfect way to diffuse tension around food, allowing both parent and child to laugh at a familiar situation and see it from a new, more relaxed point of view.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This book does not contain sensitive topics. It is a straightforward, slice-of-life story about a common parenting challenge.
Ideal Reader
This book is ideal for a preschooler (ages 3-5) who is in a picky eating phase or frequently engages in mealtime power struggles. It is perfect for a family looking to bring some levity to the topic of food without reading a book that is preachy or overtly lesson-driven.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed; this book can be read cold. The gentle humor is easy to grasp. Parents might be prepared to talk about the mom's feelings of frustration in a validating way, e.g., "The mommy in the book feels tired, just like I do sometimes, but we know she loves Jeremy." The parent just experienced a frustrating meal where their child refused to eat, saying they weren't hungry. The parent feels worn out by the daily food negotiations and is looking for a way to connect with their child over the issue with humor instead of conflict.
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