About This Book
Reach for this book when your toddler is navigating the inevitable bumps and scrapes of early childhood and needs a tool to help bridge the gap between a physical sting and emotional calm. It is a gentle resource for teaching self-soothing and the idea that boo-boos are a normal part of growing up and exploring the world. The story follows Sam as he encounters minor injuries and discovers the 'Boo-Boo Bug,' a coldpack friend that provides comfort. Through interactive flaps and simple, rhythmic text, the book validates a child's pain while modeling a healthy, proactive response to getting hurt. It is a perfect choice for building resilience and helping a young child feel empowered to manage their own small physical discomforts.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with physical pain in a very direct, secular, and realistic manner. The resolution is always hopeful and practical, focusing on the immediate remedy rather than the fear of the injury.
