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When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.

With a heartwarming story and tender illustrations, Jeanette Bradley's debut picture book is perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and any day when a child needs a reminder of the strength of a mother's love.

A child, on the verge of being left behind by parents who are going out for the evening, comes up with a variety of pleas and excuses.

It's Arthur's first day apart from his mommy and he really misses her. Even his fantastic dragon suit and favorite toy dragon don't help cheer him up. "Rargghh!" he roars grumpily. But luckily Grandma knows just what to do! This gentle story is perfect to reassure any toddler worried about being apart from their parent.

"Daniel Tiger is going to school today. Would you like to join him? There's so much fun to be had at school!"--

While his mother is away finding food, a newborn owl falls out of his nest and anxiously tries to find her, receiving help from various forest animals.

Bear is very sad when Mommy must go to work and leave him at Cub Care, but his first day turns out to be a good one.

After Rory the raccoon conquers his fear of spending an entire night away from home, he is prepared to tackle the challenge of starting school just one week later, whether his parents are ready or not.