Sammy and the Robots

Reach for this book when a child is grappling with a grandparent's sudden illness or hospital stay and feels powerless to help. Sammy and the Robots follows a young boy who channels his worry into creativity by building a troop of toy robots to look after his grandmother while she is away. It beautifully illustrates how imagination can be a protective tool for children processing difficult emotions. Through Sammy's artistic efforts, the story validates a child's desire to 'fix' things and provides a roadmap for turning anxiety into a productive, loving act. This gentle narrative is ideal for children aged 3 to 7, offering a secular and hopeful perspective on family illness. Parents will appreciate how it normalizes the hospital environment while keeping the focus on the child's agency and emotional resilience.