The Diddy Tree - Dump Those Dummies / Pacifiers! Latest Children's Book from Michelle McKenna

This charming book, filled with colourful and engaging illustrations, tells the story of a boy called Lee who refuses to give up his pacificers / dummies / soothers.
This book aids parents with children who are reluctant to stop using their dummies.
Reading The Diddy Tree helps to gradually introduce children to the idea of giving up their pacificer / dummies / soothers. It also shows how to make a 'Diddy Tree'.
Did you know that pacifiers / dummies / soothers have been shown to interfere with breastfeeding, especially if introduced within the first 6 weeks of life. Also, children who suck pacifiers / dummies / soothers may be more prone to ear infections. There is also evidence that older infants may experience delayed speech development as well as dental problems.
"There is a 'Pacifier Tree' in Frederiksberg Gardens, close to Copenhagen. All year round the tree is being decorated by small children who give up their baby pacifiers and donate them to the tree. In return, the Pacifier Fairy gives them a special gift.
This is a year long tradition. Often combined with a great picnic, outing to the nearby Zoo or some other activities.
In Denmark you reach a milestone when you become 3 years old. You are not a baby anymore, but just about to leave your day nursery to start in kindergarten. Which - among other things - means giving up your pacifiers.
That's pretty hard to do. So to ease the pain many parents make this giving-up-day a special day by taking their toddlers to Frederiksberg Gardens or other places, where they have pacifier trees.
Usually the children attach some small, personal and touching letters to their pacifiers when they hang them on the tree." (www.denmark-pictures.com)
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
MICHELLE MCKENNA lives in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. A mum of two, she has worked very closely with children over the past few years. Not only has she had the battle of getting rid of her son's dummies, she has seen numerous parents and children struggling with the same issue. This has inspired Michelle to write a book, which is not only a lovely story, but also an aid to parents and carers who are facing the same issue.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
TERRY COOPER has worked for film and TV production companies, providing artwork and storyboards for many years. A two-year detour into the world of pop music led to his rap group Best Shot being signed to Warner Music where they toured the UK with East 17. He has two children and his first book, Kangazang! was published in 2009.
Narrated by Shaun Russell.
The Diddy Tree is a children's book published by Candy Jar Books. You can find out more here:
www.candyjarboo...

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