Safe at Last

A parent should reach for this book when their child is facing the anxiety of a significant change, like a move or starting a new school. This gentle story follows a small badger, Barnaby, whose family must find a new home. Barnaby is scared of the unfamiliar woods and misses his old, cozy burrow. The book tenderly validates these feelings of fear and loneliness, showing his journey toward bravery and resilience. For children ages 4 to 7, the allegorical animal characters make these big emotions manageable. It’s a profoundly comforting read that opens up conversations about what makes a home, reassuring little ones that safety and love are found with family, wherever they are.