Akron Public Library

"It's Llama Llama's first day of school! But wait... why is Mama Llama leaving? With plenty of humor and love, this comforting picture book is just right for any worried llama."--Back cover.

"A child worries about what it will be like while his papa is away, until papa is home"--

When Papa announces that he must leave Jamaica to work in America, Ida is heartbroken until he tells her a secret.

"A mother reassures her daughter that--whether their time apart has been long or short, boring or exciting--their family will soon be together again"--

Suzy spends her year in first grade waiting for her father, who is serving in Vietnam, and when the postcards stop coming she worries that he will never make it home.

Young children explore the world with Caillou. The illustrations and simple text encourage learning through familiar adventures both parents and children will enjoy.

Lily's mother is sick and her father must go to work, but she does not want to stay with a babysitter, even if it means playing with cute baby Sam, sweet little dog Ringo, and fun big brother Jack.

"It is time for Honey Maloo to go to school, but she does not want to leave her mom"--P. [4] of cover.

While they are at work a mother and father send powerful "love waves" to their child at home, offering reassurance and comfort in their absence.

A young guinea pig describes situations that make him miss his parents, how it feels to miss them, and what he can do to feel better.