Ella Elephant and the Playdate

Join The Bedtime Brigade! This series of children's picture books features a huggable crew of stuffed animal friends working to help young readers process 'big feelings' across relatable situations. Each story introduces a new plush pal, within the context of bedtime, who somehow lends his or her fur to facilitate conversation, emotional expression, and problem-solving. The Snuggle Time Talk discussion questions that follow take learning a step further by helping readers integrate their own experiences. In Ella Elephant and the Playdate, Ella Elephant steps out in Zach's dreams to help him work through the loss of someone special in his life. He learns a powerful lesson about love. Why The Bedtime Brigade? The Heart Behind the Stories "Within the world's ever-changing social climate, the minds and hearts of our children have a great deal more to manage. They need relatable tools to process challenging circumstances, reframe their perspectives, and adapt to situations with resiliency. The Bedtime Brigade stories are designed to empower children to self-regulate and find a forward-thinking path through difficult scenarios by embracing their natural questions and validating 'big feelings.' " - Jennifer Pegram - Author & Educator DREAMING OF NEW ADVENTURES WITH THE BEDTIME BRIGADE? Super Bear and the Big Move (Reframing Fears: Overcoming Change) (COMING IN 2025) Ginger Giraffe and the 'Tail' of the Green Ribbon (Reframing Bullying with Kindness and Empathy: Finding Support to Stand Tall) Meet the Author: As an author with a professional background in Special Education, a wife and mom, and a lifelong advocate of the expressive arts and individuals with disabilities, Jennifer Pegram strives to inspire others with every stroke of her pen. Whether you're looking for resources as a parent, a member of the larger community of disability, or as a professional in the field of education, counseling/social sciences, or other related area, The Pegram Pen is working to capture your interest! With the overreaching vision of putting new perspectives on paper, Jennifer's goal is to use her writing to build a culture of support surrounding readers of all ages, (and their families and caregivers,) as they navigate everyday challenges and work to develop positive insights that contribute to increased confidence, resilience, and social awareness. TO LEARN MORE: www.bedtimebrigade.com author@bedtimebrigade.com