About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with short tempers, sibling squabbles, or the small frustrations of sharing a busy household. It serves as a gentle reset button for families experiencing a 'grumpy' day, offering a roadmap for returning to a place of mutual respect and warmth. The story follows the Bear family as they navigate moments of impatience and unkindness, eventually learning that love is an active choice expressed through patience and forgiveness. Grounded in faith-based values, it is perfectly suited for children aged 4 to 8 who are developing their social-emotional vocabulary. Parents will appreciate how it models restorative behavior without being overly punitive.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book approaches conflict from a distinctly religious (Christian) perspective. It is direct in its moral instruction, using faith as the primary framework for behavior modification. The resolution is hopeful and reinforces a traditional family hierarchy.
