I Don't Want to Go

It's time to go? OH NO! Joey is visiting his grandparents on his own for the very first time. Nervous about being far from home, sleeping in a strange bedroom, eating new foods, and leaving his favorite toys behind, Joey is absolutely positive this will be the worst trip ever. Little does Joey know what fun Grandma and Grandpa have in store for him if he can find the courage to try something new!

Gathering his courage, Joey takes a train ride, visits dinosaurs at the museum, goes fishing, attends a party where he meets new friends, camps out in the backyard, discovers a secret recipe for spaghetti sauce, and learns just how exciting new experiences can be.

To encourage readers to also try something new, the author shares Grandpa's “Super Duper Secret Recipe” for sauce on a tear-out recipe card in this special hardcover edition.

Awards and Reviews:

“Joey's initial misgivings about the trip to his grandparent's house turn into an adventure full of positive experiences thanks to his supportive and attentive family ... Participating in all he did during his trip bolstered Joey's self-confidence ... This is a good book to use when children need reassurance before confronting new experiences ... Joey's story can help children tackle their own fears and worries.” – Resource Links, April 2008

“... will nudge hesitant little people to try new things ... At every step of the journey and the visit, a new experience calls upon his bravery.” – Montreal Review of Books, Spring 2008

“... a good catalyst for parents and teachers to open up conversations about the fear of the unknown with younger kids.” – CM: Canadian Review of Materials, Feb. 2008

“Cheery, colorful illustrations and a bonus recipe card for 'Grandpa and Joey's Super-Duper Secret Sauce' enhance this ideal picturebook to share with young people, especially before they travel to visit relatives.” – Midwest Book Review, June 2008

“Sanders has struck a universal chord for children and adults, too, in her delightful picture book ... For children beginning to express their fears, this book is a safe place ... it completely resonates with a child's view of change.” – N. Busse, former Head of Children's Services, Central Islip Public Library, New York

“... a new classic for my [classroom] collection!  The simple, easy to follow story line of a child spending a few days with his grandparents lends itself for making connections to children’s own lives. The writing is top notch and the illustrations are colorful and expressive. I highly recommend this book.” – K. Divers, Kindergarten Teacher

“For anyone who is reluctant about trying new things, going new places, and full of fears both real and imagined, I Don't Want to Go is the perfect book to help overcome those fears and reluctant tendencies. This book would be perfect for homeschool families, preschool environments, and for reading aloud with your children. It's a book I think they'll want to hear or read over and over again.” – A Peek at My Bookshelf

• Featured in Suffolk County News (NY)
• Featured on the "Picture Book of the Day” website, with tips on using the book to teach writing to children

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