Perfect for ages 4–8 Ideal for bedtime, classrooms, and heartfelt gifts A missing treasure. A loving grandmother. A lesson that lasts a lifetime. Valerie’s shiny gold star pin isn’t just her favorite thing—it’s a symbol of love, comfort, and connection. Given to her by her Grandma Lucy during a difficult time, the pin helps Valerie feel safe and understood. So when it suddenly disappears, Valerie is heartbroken. As Valerie searches everywhere—from under her bed to her toy box—she worries she may have lost something truly irreplaceable. But in the quiet of her backyard playhouse, she makes an unexpected discovery that gently transforms her sadness into understanding, and her loss into something even more meaningful. Valerie’s Favorite Thing is a tender, beautifully written picture book that helps children navigate big emotions through kindness, empathy, and human connection. Why Parents, Grandparents, and Educators Love This Book Encourages empathy and kindness through a relatable, age-appropriate story - Helps children process loss, sadness, and change in a gentle, reassuring way - Celebrates the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren - Perfect for read-alouds , bedtime routines, and meaningful classroom discussions - Supports social-emotional learning (SEL) and emotional resilience Ideal for fans of The Invisible String and All Are Welcome , this heartwarming story reminds children that while objects may come and go, the love and kindness we share stay with us forever. A meaningful gift for children, parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers—perfect for birthdays, holidays, classroom libraries, and moments when a child needs extra comfort. Scroll up and click “Add to Cart” to share Valerie’s journey of love, empathy, and discovery.