D.W.'s Lost Blankie

Reach for this book when your child is experiencing the sudden, sharp distress of losing a transitional object like a security blanket or stuffed animal. It provides a mirror for the intense attachment children feel toward their 'lovey' and validates the sense of vulnerability that arises when that comfort disappears, especially at bedtime. In this story, D.W. loses her beloved Blankie and the entire family joins in a frantic, multi-stop search to recover it. Beyond the mystery of the missing item, the book explores sibling dynamics as big brother Arthur helps out despite his typical teasing. It is a gentle, relatable choice for preschoolers and young elementary students that models how a supportive family handles an emotional crisis with patience and teamwork.