Mary Kauffman, acclaimed author of three other children’s books, has announced her latest picture book, One Lost Toy, will be released on July 27, 2022. In this fourth installment in an anthology series, Kauffman teaches children how to part with material possessions and deal with lost items.
A lost toy follows the journey of a young boy as he drives to the beach with his family, where he looks forward to playing in the sand with his favorite truck. However, when it’s time to go home, he accidentally leaves the truck behind. Although he is devastated by the loss, he gains a new perspective when his mother explains how a different child will find joy in tripping over the truck at the beach.
A lost toy is perfect for fans of Whoever heard of a flying bird by David Cunliffe and What should Danny do? By Adir Levy. Both stories teach children about their power to choose, something that resonates with Kauffman as she challenges children to consider their emotions through her own work.
Unlike other children’s books, Kauffman’s stories are accessible to a wide range of ages, making it a fantastic option for mixed-age groups and families. Older siblings and even adults can enjoy the creative rhymes, color illustrations, and wholesome messages in this series.
Critics praise A lost toy for its ability to capture how huge even a small thing like a lost toy truck can seem to a child. By not using character names, A lost toy and the other books in the same series encourage children to imagine themselves in each situation for a more immersive experience.
Kauffman’s first two books – A big sock and A loose tooth – have been well reviewed, which led her to write the third book in the series, titled A new friend. The reviews of the first three books inspired her to keep writing so children could continue to enjoy her books.
A lost toy is available for pre-order on Amazon.com and BookBaby.com, pending its full release on July 27, 2022.
After working in human resources and state management, Mary Kauffman turned to writing to embrace her passion for capturing and sharing a message. When she’s not writing, she’s hard at work on a doctorate in developmental psychology. Kauffman lives and writes in Wisconsin. Visit her online at www.marykauffman.com.
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