About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is resisting their toothbrushing routine or seems to be hiding a 'bad mood' behind a forced smile. While the story centers on Narwhal's hilarious dental dilemma (using a tusk as a snack saver), it deeper explores the importance of self-care and emotional honesty. The vibrant graphic novel format makes it accessible for early readers aged 6 to 9, offering a gentle way to discuss how our physical health and our feelings are both things we need to look after. Parents will appreciate how it validates that even the most cheerful children are allowed to have 'off' days. It is a sweet, humorous tool for modeling both hygiene and emotional intelligence without feeling like a lecture.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with physical discomfort and negative emotions. The approach is metaphorical and secular, using humor to keep the tone light. The resolution is hopeful and realistic, emphasizing that both physical pain and sad moods can be managed with help from friends.
