Seven Kisses in a Row

Reach for this book when your child is facing a period of separation from you, whether it is for a business trip, a hospital stay, or a first extended visit with relatives. It provides a gentle, reassuring bridge for children who find comfort in the 'small things' of daily life and may feel anxious when their specific routines are disrupted by a new caregiver. The story follows young Emma and Zachary as they stay with their Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Eliot while their parents are away. While the substitute caregivers are loving, they do not initially know the 'rules' of the house: like the exact number of kisses Emma needs in the morning. Through humor and gentle communication, the book validates a child's need for consistency and shows how new relationships can grow when we share our feelings. It is a perfect choice for early elementary children who are beginning to navigate independence but still deeply crave the security of home rituals.