About This Book
A parent should reach for this book after their young child has lashed out with big, hurtful words like "I hate you" and is now dealing with the fallout of guilt and fear. This story follows a little boy named Leo who, in a moment of intense frustration, says "I hate you" to his mother. The book gently walks through Leo's immediate regret and his mother's calm, reassuring response. It masterfully separates the feeling (anger, which is okay) from the action (saying hurtful words, which is not). For ages 3 to 7, it's an invaluable tool for normalizing intense emotions while modeling a clear, loving path toward apology and reconnection, reassuring children that parental love is unconditional.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book's core 'sensitive' topic is a child's verbal expression of hatred toward a parent. The approach is direct, secular, and focused on the emotional experience. The resolution is entirely hopeful and serves as a model for healthy conflict resolution and relationship repair. It's not about trauma but about a common developmental challenge.
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