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Van Norman's 'Rocky's Forever Home': A Tale of Love and Resilience

Van Norman releases 'Rocky's Forever Home: Learning to Love Again', a children's book about a German Shepherd learning to trust after hardship. Full-color illustrations, SEL themes.

This story matters because it provides a gentle yet powerful way to help children—and the adults reading with them—process difficult emotions like fear of rejection, longing for connection, and the courage to trust again. In a world where many children face instability, adoption, or loss, the book offers a safe space to explore these feelings and opens doors for meaningful conversations. It also equips parents, educators, and counselors with a tool to support social-emotional learning, fostering resilience and empathy in young readers.