Traveling Rose

Award-winning author-and-illustrator team Brian Wray and Shiloh Penfield are back with a new adventure featuring Rose the stuffed bunny. In Traveling Rose, she is taking her first big trip to London with her friend Iris and her favorite little boy. Rose is excited about the teas they would have, but soon becomes distracted by her worries. The story offers a great way for parents and teachers to talk to children about what happens when impulsive and obsessive thoughts get in the way of enjoying life's big moments and everyday life, and what to do about it. Ideal for social and emotional learning, Traveling Rose teaches children to express emotion, which is one of the key ingredients to healthful development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 18 October 2022
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd

Award-winning author-and-illustrator team Brian Wray and Shiloh Penfield are back with a new adventure featuring their beloved children's book character, Rose the stuffed bunny. In Traveling Rose, she embarks on her very first big trip to London with her friend Iris and her favorite little boy. Rose is filled with excitement about the teas they will have, but her thoughts quickly become consumed by her worries. Did she pack her favorite sweater in case the weather is cold? Did she remember to turn off the lamp by her bedside? Her thoughts feel so overwhelming that Rose begins to cry and loses all desire to go. Can Rose find a way to let her worries at home and enjoy her trip?

The story offers a wonderful opportunity for parents and teachers to engage children in conversations about the challenges that arise when impulsive and obsessive thoughts hinder our ability to enjoy life's significant moments and even everyday experiences. For someone with intrusive thoughts, these "first times" can be filled with obstacles. Intrusive worries are always present, pointing out all the potential risks or dangers. It takes effort to look beyond the fears and envision the possibilities, especially for our beloved Rose Bunny.

Children will be able to relate to Rose's experiences, and by allowing them to see themselves in a story, it reinforces the message that they are not alone in their struggles. Traveling Rose is particularly well-suited for social and emotional learning, as it teaches children to express their emotions, which is a crucial component of healthy development. Rose continues to serve as a starting point for deeper conversations that have the potential to leave a lasting impact. Be sure to check out her first picture book, Unraveling Rose, to continue following her journey!

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 223 x 226 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764364549