With a heartwarming story and tender illustrations, Jeanette Bradley's debut picture book is perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and any day when a child needs a reminder of the strength of a mother's love.

On the first day of preschool, a little girl misses her mother, but on the second day she is excited to go back. On the first day of nursery school, a little girl misses her mother at first, but by the end of the day she wants to stay in school.

As they prepare for a short separation, Mama Bear and Little Bear find a way to reassure each other while they are apart.

While they are at work a mother and father send powerful "love waves" to their child at home, offering reassurance and comfort in their absence.

"A child worries about what it will be like while his papa is away, until papa is home"--