Stress & Books

Sometimes kids need a book to help them through a stressful situation. Today my daughters' needed A Very Special Snowflake by Don Hoffman. We were at the doctors' office. I couldn't guarantee my three year olds that they wouldn't be getting a shot. They were on edge. While we waited for the doctor to come, I pulled out the book. We read the words and hunted for the white dog, Snowflake, who was hidden in the snow. They loved finding them. It helped them relax.

Kids' lives are filled with stress. Some more than others. Books will be away to help them deal with the stress or even escape for a little bit. If you are going through a challenge together, consider picking a book to read. The bonding time and the conversation will help.

For a more serious letter of how a book helped a boy cope with his mother's cancer, check this out: This Mom's Poignant Letter to Author Rick Riordan Is the Sweetest Thing You'll Read Today

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