Meg's Monkey

Reach for this book when your toddler is experiencing the common but heart-wrenching panic of a lost 'lovie' at bedtime. It is an essential tool for parents navigating the transition from playtime to sleep, especially when a child uses a transitional object to manage separation anxiety. Through a simple, rhythmic search for a missing stuffed monkey, the story validates a child's attachment to their toy while providing a comforting, predictable resolution. This brief board book is perfectly calibrated for children ages one to three, featuring relatable domestic scenes that mirror a toddler's daily world. By modeling a calm search and the eventual reunion, it helps lower cortisol levels before sleep. Parents will appreciate how it turns a potential bedtime meltdown into a collaborative game of hide and seek, reinforcing the idea that what is lost can be found and that home is a place of safety and return.