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Reach for this book when your child is transitioning to preschool or kindergarten and is experiencing anxiety about having a bathroom accident away from home. It is particularly helpful for children who struggle with perfectionism or who have recently experienced a moment of public embarrassment that has made them reluctant to return to school. The story follows Fiona, a bunny who gets so distracted by the excitement of show-and-tell that she forgets to use the bathroom, resulting in a wet jumpsuit. With the help of her teacher, Miss B., and her kind friend Felix, Fiona learns that accidents are a normal part of growing up and do not change how her friends see her. Rosemary Wells uses her signature gentle animal characters to normalize a common childhood experience, providing a roadmap for resilience. This is an ideal choice for children ages 3 to 6 who need a soft place to land after a difficult day, offering both comfort and practical reassurance that they are still big kids even when mistakes happen.