Magic Box, The: When Parents Can't Be There to Tuck You In

Casey's dad has to go away for a couple of days . . . again! Casey hates it when his father has to travel. But this time Dad leaves behind a special gift that will help Casey cope with the absence and with future trips as well. This upbeat and charmingly illustrated book contains a wealth of tips for families in which a parent is often away from home. A Note to Parents by Ann Rasmussen, PsyD, helps parents understand what their children are facing, reassures parents of the value of these separations, and suggests many practical techniques for helping the child before, during, and after an absence.