Jitterbug Jam

Reach for this book when your child is convinced there is a monster under the bed or feels paralyzed by things that go bump in the night. It is an ideal choice for transforming a fearful bedtime routine into a moment of shared laughter and perspective-shifting. Bobo is a young monster who is absolutely terrified of the 'pink, hairless monsters' (humans) he thinks are hiding under his bed. Through his interactions with his wise grandfather, Bobo learns that his fears are mirrored by the very creatures he is afraid of. This clever role-reversal helps children ages 4 to 8 externalize their anxiety, realizing that the 'unknown' might be just as scared of them as they are of it. It provides a comforting, silly framework for discussing bravery and empathy.