The Good-bye Book

A parent should reach for this book when their young child experiences anxiety or throws a tantrum about being left with a babysitter. It perfectly captures the moment of separation and validates the big, often irrational, feelings that come with it. Through a humorous and relatable monologue, a little boy presents every possible reason why his parents absolutely cannot go out for the evening: he might get sick, they might get lost, or he'll simply miss them too much. The parents' calm and loving responses model reassurance and reliability. For children aged 3 to 6, this book is a gentle and funny tool to help normalize separation anxiety. Instead of being a heavy-handed lesson, it uses clever exaggeration and humor to show a child they are not alone in their worries. It opens a door for conversation, providing a shared language to talk about why goodbyes can feel so hard, and beautifully reinforces the most important message: parents always come back.