Even the sturdiest kid adventurer has some days where she would rather just cling to mom or dad’s leg than part with them. Picture books addressing the angst of separation can come to the rescue in this situation with humor and warmth. Several of the best-loved books about separation anxiety feature nocturnal animals, as if […]
Mysterious, majestic, nocturnal owls are a source of fascination for many kids, and they make terrific characters for picture books. Some books play up the owl’s image as a wise, skilled hunter, while others play against type, depicting owls that are neurotic. Either way, it’s a win for a bedtime story.