About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is struggling with bedtime fears or anxieties about being alone. This gentle story features a little girl who is scared in her room after being tucked in. Her father joins her and, instead of simply dismissing her fears, invites her to co-create a story about a brave lion. Together, they imagine the lion's journey, transforming the girl's worries into a narrative of courage and strength. The book beautifully models a creative coping strategy, showing how imagination and a loving connection can empower a child to face their fears. Its soft, collage-style art and comforting tone make it a perfect choice for winding down and fostering feelings of safety and self-confidence.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The core topic is childhood anxiety, specifically fear of the dark and being alone at night. The book's approach is entirely metaphorical and empowering. It reframes fear not as something to be defeated, but as a feeling that can be transformed through creativity and connection. The resolution is deeply hopeful and comforting, and the context is secular.
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