Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare: A Children's Book about Trying New Things, Friendship, Finding Comfort, and Kindness

Jake is off to daycare, but he's worried about what's in store.Going somewhere new can be scary--trying something different, even more.How will he get ready, and what will help him through?What will bring him comfort and help prepare him for something new?Follow Jake, a sweet, kind, and misunderstood dog as he travels away from home for the first time.Jake loves his comfy bed, close friends, and favorite trail, but now he's off to Doggy Daycare for the first time. He's worried others won't like him and run away, and he doesn't want to leave the place he knows best. His best friend Neet is there to help him, along with a surprise from his family, but will Jake overcome his worries and have fun? And is he the only one nervous about being in a new place? Kindness, comfort, and aid from loved ones fill this tale with love and compassion.Looking for Books about New Experiences and Managing Stress for Kids?Jake the Growling Dog is a fun-loving tale about new adventures, friendship, handling stress, and overcoming fear. Author and licensed educational counselor, Samantha Shannon, brings Jake back for this second tale about a dog who is different from other dogs and critters. After making some new friends at home in his first book when others began to see him as the sweet and kind dog he is despite his growly voice, now Jake's family takes him somewhere new.We've all been nervous at one time or another about a new experience, and Jake's tale not only shows kids that they aren't alone in having those butterflies in their tummy it also gives them gentle ideas on how to handle those worries and fears while having a blast with their favorite growly character and his furry friend. Includes Conversation Starters and Activities for Children, Families, Schools, and Counselors to help with confidence, stress, and preparing for new experiences.