Did you know that possibly half of American adults still have their cherished childhood teddy bear or other stuffed animal friend? Stuffed animals are so much more than just stuff and fluff! They help young children handle emotion and ease stress. Find out how Emma meets and comes to love her cherished stuffed animal collection. There is a bunny, a seal, a puppy, a bear, a monkey and a kitten. They are much much more than just stuffed animals to Emma. They are her dear friends.Learn how they help Emma ease her fears. Will she lose her friends? What does Bunny Blue tell her about friendship? Read, "My Truly Most Favorite Fluffy Friend," to learn the answer to these questions.Research has shown that playing with stuffed animals and dolls allows very young children to explore emotions. In May 2009 there was an article written by Kathleen M. Reilly for Parent's Magazine entitled, "First Friends: Toddlers and Stuffed Animals." In the article she discusses in six steps how children benefit from this type of play. Benefits include, dealing with emotion, learning language, and getting along with others. In the world we live in today, these benefits may be worthy of our consideration. Research has also found that reading to stuffed animal friends is a positive way to encourage children to read.Just as adults enjoy reading for pleasure, so do children. Reading for pleasure may also help children become better readers. If you and your child enjoy reading author stories such as A.A. Milne, "Winnie The Pooh," or Barbara Park, "Junie B. Jones," you may enjoy Emma and her collection of life like stuffed animal friends and the adventures that they enjoy together.This is a timeless story. It is a wonderful story for your child to read to their stuffed animal friend, or a story for you to read to your child at bedtime or anytime.The illustrations in the book are absolutely beautiful. You may enjoy reading the e-book, but to truly appreciate the art, I recommend the paperback!Enjoy, "My Truly Most Favorite Fluffy Friend!" This is the first book in a series. Also read Book II, "Bunny Blue, Where Are You?" and book III, "I Do Not Like Bugs!"Other books by this author include, "Snore Songs," a fun and humorous rhyming story, sure to put a smile on you and your child's face! The animal illustrations are delightful!For busy parent of preschool children who would like some tips on how to discipline, read "TOKENS: Teaching Our Kids Each New Sunrise."
