Stepping out and exploring the unknown world can be a bit stressful. Alpaca teaches children to articulate their feelings, manage their anxiety, and share their worries with others.
Share the adventure with Alpaca in this interactive board book. Explore the unknown and teach children through a daily affirmation that they are supported, strong, and never have to carry worries on their own.
Note: This is an updated cover of the Alpaca Board Book.
Customer Reviews (4.5 / 5 · 12 reviews)
David★★★★★
My three-year-old actually asks to read this one before bed now, and the lift-the-flap on the worry-sharing page has sparked some really sweet conversations. It’s helped her put words to feeling nervous about starting preschool.
Grace★★★★★
The page where you lift the alpaca's fleece to reveal a hidden worry is such a clever way to start a conversation with my kid. She actually told me she felt "a little wibbly" before her first swimming lesson, using words from the story. It’s sturdy enough for her to flip through alone, too.
Aurora K.★★★★★
My toddler started pointing at the alpaca’s expressions when she’s upset, and it’s helped us talk through her worries. The board book pages are sturdy enough for her to handle alone, so it’s held up well through multiple reads.
Jason★★★★★
My nephew has been having trouble naming his feelings, and this book's simple prompts finally got him talking about what's bothering him. The alpaca character is gentle and relatable, making it easier for him to open up without feeling pressured.
Lily W.★★★★★
Our little one actually started pointing to the alpaca's ears when he feels nervous, so the interactive part is really working for him. The board book pages feel sturdy enough to survive a few drops, and the simple language makes it easy for him to repeat back. Glad we found a calm-down tool that clicks with a toddler.
Hannah★★★★★
My five-year-old was getting anxious about starting preschool, and this book’s specific prompts for naming feelings really helped him open up. The pages are sturdy enough for his little hands to flip through on his own.
Lily★★★★★
My four-year-old has been having trouble with night-time anxiety, and the way this book encourages him to actually name his worries rather than just feel scared has made a noticeable difference. The alpaca character’s expressions are gentle and relatable, perfect for a child processing big emotions.
Owen★★★★★
My three-year-old actually asks to read this before bed now, especially loves pointing to the alpaca's fluffy fur on the page. The way it walks through naming feelings has already helped her say "I'm worried" instead of just crying.
Aurora★★★★☆
My 4-year-old actually asks to read this one before bed, which is a win. The way it guides kids to name their worries feels genuinely helpful, not preachy. I just wish the story were a few pages longer to keep her engaged.
Owen★★★★☆
I was skeptical at first, but the interactive prompts in this book really helped my son open up about his fears. The alpaca character's gentle phrasing makes it easier for him to articulate what's bothering him. It's become a soothing part of our bedtime routine.
