A true story that pulls at your heartstrings and stays with you as it leaves its mark! This powerful and touching story provides a picture of family life when a parent is in the military. It's a true story that gives children comfort in realizing they are not alone as they struggle with their emotions. Hopefully, the story will guide parents and children to talk openly about difficult situations. Every military family will feel a connection, and smile at the discovery that with discussion comes healing. It is all about the love that brings us together. Carolyn Watkins' books build confidence and perseverance. They can be used as guides to focused conversations with children about difficult issues. These discussions help build confidence in children and enable them to move forward with life's transitions. As children learn to use their inner voice to communicate social issues, they also learn self-reliance and coping mechanisms. Reading and discussing these stories with your children will give them a safe place in which they can express their emotions and not feel alone. The Knock, Level 1 (ages 6-8) and Level 2 (ages 9-12), teaches appreciation for our nation's armed forces, and gives educators a tool that shows the sacrifices made by military families. This gentle, informative memoir shares a powerful message that should be appreciated by readers both young and old. *Carol Davila, CIBA, 5-star, Highly Recommended This guidance could help children feel safe to express their feelings and work through any emotional difficulties... *Kate Robinson, US Review of Books, Recommended Sharing her military family's stories is nothing short of bravery and uncommon determination to make the world a better place... *Jerry Olaskinju, Amazon, 5-star It is a good book for classroom storytelling sessions and the questions at the end can be discussed in classrooms for students to become more observant and expressive when dealing with their emotions. *Mamta Madhaven, Readers Favorite, 5-star The story's positive outcome will bring comfort to children in similar circumstances...The Knock will surely stimulate some constructive and helpful family conversations. *Cathleen C. Beaudoin, Library Director, Dover Public Library It's a family must read with your younger children. *Charlotte Gurney, Barnes & Noble Carolyn has written a touching story about the tender ties between parent and child *Grace Lessner, New Hampshire editor This is a book that will give you a myriad of emotions that is definitely worth This book is long overdue and one that could help children work your time. *RussAnn, Amazon reviewer This easy-to-read picture book is an excellent starting point for helping children deal with absent parents or difficult home situations. *Ona, Amazon reviewer It's powerful, touching and has the capacity to make children feel that they're not alone in the experience. The illustrations by Lindsey Erickson add a nice nostalgic, vintage touch to it too! *Paula, Amazon reviewer I loved reading this short little book and would recommend it to any family with military connections or if you just want something to warm your heart. *Stainless Steel, Amazon reviewer It's touching, and it definitely leaves a mark. *Mercedes Dias, Amazon reviewer Dear Friends, My goal is to help your children build confidence through my books. These stories are designed to serve as guides, sparking conversations about challenging topics and helping children navigate life's transitions. By reading and discussing these stories together, you'll create a safe space for your children to express their feelings and develop self-reliance and coping skills. Let my books be a tool for you and your children to build emotional strength and resilience. Wishing you all the best, Carolyn