In "Otter Finds the Comfort Garden", children learn the importance of acknowledging and expressing their feelings, checking in with their hearts, and finding safe spaces for emotional comfort as they follow Otter's journey of managing her feelings of missing her parents. As Otter navigates her school day and encounters overwhelming emotions, she discovers the magic of the comfort garden, guided by her friends Honey Bear and Sprite. Through Otter's experience, young readers will learn that even when loved ones are far away, the connection and love remain strong, and they have tools to navigate their own big feelings with confidence and calm to continue with their day.¨
This book is the perfect companion to our beloved Otter Kin, making it an ideal addition to any back-to-school routine. Learn more about our Separation Anxiety at School Set.
Customer Reviews (4.7 / 5 · 18 reviews)
Hannah★★★★★
My daughter struggles with big emotions, and this book's gentle approach to checking in with your heart has opened up some really meaningful conversations between us. The story flows so naturally that she asks to read it almost every night.
Julian J.★★★★★
My 4-year-old really connected with the part about checking in with their heart — it’s opened up some sweet conversations about feelings before bed. The hardcover is sturdy enough for nightly reading without showing wear.
Miles★★★★★
I love how this book gently teaches kids to name what they're feeling without making it feel like a lesson. The "checking in with your heart" activity has become part of our bedtime routine.
David E.★★★★★
My son struggles with big emotions, but the way this book gently walks through checking in with your heart really clicked for him. The hardcover binding is sturdy enough for repeated bedtime readings.
Grace★★★★★
We've already read this a few times now, and my kids love acting out the otter checking his heart. It's such a gentle way to start talking about feelings. The hardcover feels sturdy enough for bedtime reading every night.
Chloe H.★★★★★
My son actually paused his tablet to ask about the "checking in with their hearts" part—that never happens. The hardcover feels sturdy enough for bedtime reading every night, and it's already helping him name his feelings instead of just melting down.
Ruby E.★★★★★
My daughter has been working through some big feelings lately, and this book’s focus on checking in with your heart made her feel understood immediately. The sturdy hardcover binding holds up well to bedtime reading.
Chloe★★★★★
Our 6-year-old now asks to “check in with her heart” before bedtime, which is exactly the kind of coping skill I was hoping this book would teach. The illustrations are soft and calming, perfect for winding down after a busy day.
Christopher★★★★★
My son loves the part where Otter checks in with his heart—it's already helping him pause before a meltdown. The hardcover feels sturdy enough for nightly reading, and the message about routines is exactly what we needed.
Olivia O.★★★★★
My daughter has been struggling with big feelings lately, and this book's focus on checking in with your heart and building routines gave us a concrete, gentle way to talk about it together. The hardcover feels sturdy for bedtime reading, too.
