About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling snubbed by a playmate or sibling and needs to learn how to turn a lonely moment into a private adventure. It is the perfect remedy for the 'no one will play with me' blues, offering a humorous and high-energy model for self-entertainment through imagination. Following the beloved Puppy from the Bad Kitty series, the story explores themes of loneliness and creativity as Puppy navigates being ignored. Nick Bruel uses clever alphabetical lists of toys and global destinations to expand your child's vocabulary while validating their feelings. It is an ideal choice for preschoolers and early elementary students who are still mastering the art of independent play and emotional resilience.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with social rejection in a very mild, secular, and metaphorical way through animal characters. The resolution is realistic: Puppy doesn't force Kitty to play, but instead finds happiness within himself.
