About This Book
When your child is facing a new or nerve-wracking experience, this book validates their need for a comfort object. The story follows a little girl who takes her beloved brown bear, Barney, on all her adventures: from trips to the store and the doctor to a flight on an airplane. Barney is her steadfast companion, providing security for the big step of her first day of school. This gentle, reassuring book normalizes anxiety and a child's attachment to a special toy. Its simple, repetitive text and soft illustrations make it a perfect soothing read for toddlers and preschoolers, helping them see that needing a friend to be brave is perfectly okay.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The story is entirely focused on positive attachment and coping mechanisms. It is a secular and universally accessible narrative with a hopeful, gentle resolution.
Ideal Reader
A 2- to 4-year-old who is deeply attached to a stuffed animal or blanket and is facing a new, potentially anxiety-inducing situation like starting preschool, going to a doctor's appointment, or preparing for a trip. It's perfect for a child who needs their feelings of attachment validated.
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