Client Testimonials
“Piggie Bear is an adorable character that helps teach young children that we are all unique. Piggie Bear identifies and encourages acceptance of a range of emotions as well as demonstrates ways to breathe and express those emotions. Every child should have a Piggie Bear to love."
– Adrienne Matros, Psy.D.
“This book conveys the message that by relaxing and doing some special breathing and self hugs, negative feelings begin to melt away, leaving room for a positive self image. The Power of Piggie Bear is a gift for those who want to help children learn how to get through challenging times.”
– Kimberly G. (Mom, Verified Amazon Purchaser)
“This morning when I dropped my 6 year old son off at school, he said, mom if I feel sad today at school, I will give myself a big Piggie Bear hug. I really loved the book!! Thank you so much!”
– L.L. (Parent)
“It can often be a challenge for children to find the right words to express what is going on inside. Hearing Piggie Bear express these feelings makes it relatable. The Power of Piggie Bear is a wonderful, heartfelt approach to giving children tools for dealing with their feelings and developing self-acceptance.”
– Debbie Hutchinson, Psy.D., MFT
“Mara James has taken a key principle of developmental psychology and turned it into an easily digestible and entertaining story for young children. Piggie Bear provides a model for young children to begin naming and coping with difficult emotions, central ingredients of mental health. Until they learn to show themselves self-compassion, Piggie Bear can do it for them.”
– Jessica Borelli, Ph.D (Associate Professor, UC Irvine)
“This is such a cute and meaningful book. If we can get books like this in children’s hands at a younger age, it can help them deal with their feelings in their later years.”
– Lea Romo (Director of Development, Child Abuse Prevention Center)
“And then when the emotional need hits, there's Piggie Bear with us. Piggie Bear is a subtle tool that we have leaned on to help Leah feel safe. This year Piggie bear accompanied her to take a picture with the Easter bunny, she said "I'm brave, I can do it” and she took a deep breath when she was near the rabbit. Years ago it was impossible for her to even look at any character. We recommend the book The Power of Piggie Bear by Mara James, It will teach that we are all unique and to identify their emotions. We are grateful and happy to have Piggie Bear with us.”
– Vianey V. (Parent)