Starting preschool is a big milestone-and sometimes it comes with big feelings.
I Miss Mommy... But She'll Come Back is a heartwarming, reassuring story that helps preschool children understand that it's okay to feel nervous when saying goodbye. Through Leah's first preschool experience, young readers discover that even though goodbyes can feel scary, parents always come back.
As Leah learns to trust her teacher, make new friends, and enjoy exciting classroom adventures, parents also learn practical ways to support their child through separation anxiety. This comforting story gently reminds families that love stays connected-even when they're apart.
Perfect for children ages 3-6, this beautifully illustrated book includes helpful parent tips woven throughout the story, making it both an engaging read-aloud and a practical resource for easing preschool transitions.
This book helps children: Learn healthy coping skills for separation anxiety
Develop trust in teachers and new routines
Feel safe, loved, and secure during drop-off
Creating comforting goodbye rituals
Building predictable morning routines
Helping children feel safe and confident
Managing their own separation worries
Supporting a smooth transition into preschool
Filled with colorful illustrations, lovable characters, and gentle encouragement, I Miss Mommy... But She'll Come Back is the perfect book to read before the first day of preschool, daycare, kindergarten, or any new adventure away from home.
Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, counselor, or childcare provider, this reassuring story will help children discover an important truth:
Love never leaves-even when Mommy does. Because Mommy always comes back.
Perfect for:
Preschool and Pre-K classroomsDaycare and childcare centersKindergarten readinessSchool counselors and therapistsParents and grandparentsSocial-emotional learning (SEL)First-day-of-school giftsClassroom librariesA comforting story that helps little hearts become brave, one goodbye at a time.