Owen

A little mouse loves his fuzzy yellow blanket everywhere he goes, but as school approaches, a nosy neighbor insists it's time to give it up — so his mother finds a clever compromise.

For the kid who can't fall asleep without that one blanket, that one stuffed animal, that one specific object nobody else understands the importance of — Owen gets it completely.

• Big idea: Growing up doesn't mean giving up what comforts you — sometimes the answer is a compromise, not a goodbye.
• Vibes: Cozy, funny, and reassuring, with gentle humor at the expense of a well-meaning busybody.

• are attached to a favorite blanket, stuffed animal, or object
• are working on starting school or a big transition
• enjoy repetitive, rhythmic read-aloud text
• respond well to stories where grown-ups listen and find a fair solution

• Story & problem-solving: What are some of the things Mrs. Tweezers suggests to get rid of Fuzzy, and how does Owen hold onto his blanket anyway?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Owen felt every time Mrs. Tweezers tried to take Fuzzy away?
• Real-life connection: Do you have something like Fuzzy that goes everywhere with you? What is it?
• Imagination: If you were Owen's mother, what idea might you have come up with to make everyone happy?
• Noticing details: What does the artwork show about how Owen feels when he's holding Fuzzy?