He discovers that his friend Reggie also sleeps with a stuffed bear. This is one of my favorites. I like the way it demonstrates that we all suffer from fears and that anxiety can be overcome. 4. fear, anxiety, friendship, security, sibling rivalry, stuffed animals, sleep over 5. Read aloud to 5-8 year .
Illustrations are large enough to share with a group.
The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales. Alfred Knopf, 1989. Harcourt, Brace, 1993. Harris, V. Teaching Multicultural Literature in Grades K-8. Issues and Controversies in Children's Literature.