At four years old, Anna is proud of her many accomplishments, but she struggles with thumb-sucking. When she uncovers her thumb's secret, she and her parents discover an extraordinary solution. For children, overcoming thumb-sucking is a significant developmental milestone. This engaging story presents the issue in a positive light, allowing children to reflect without embarrassment. It also provides valuable resources for families, including information about thumb-sucking and free downloads such as coloring pages and a reward calendar at www.annaunddedo.com. Thumb-sucking is a natural habit for babies and toddlers, but by age three, excessive thumb-sucking can lead to dental issues. Dentists typically recommend that children stop by this age. While some children may naturally quit as they grow older, others may depend on thumb-sucking for comfort, especially during sleep. A feel-good story like Anna and Dedo can help children understand the benefits of quitting. This book is designed to be positive and realistic, offering strategies for weaning off thumb-sucking. The digital edition is available as a fixed format e-book, suitable for tablets and smartphones. The paperback version is currently a softcover printed by Amazon, with a durable hardcover version in development.
