Help Kids Cope With a Loved One’s Addiction

A Story of Courage and Self-Care

Strange things start to happen when Charlie receives beetles and slime from a sneaky troll. Gus tries everything he can to help Charlie escape the chaos but quickly learns that matters are out of his control.

Follow Gus as he discovers that sometimes taking care of yourself is the most courageous adventure you can embark on.

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Start Conversations About Consent and Boundaries

Gus LOVES hugs! But sometimes his friends don’t like hugs. Mouse doesn’t want a hug. Owl doesn’t want a hug. Wolf definitely doesn’t want a hug. Can Gus find a hug? Follow Gus and his friend, Grumpy Bear, on an adventure through the forest in search of a hug. Gus just might find a hug in the most unlikely of places.

Introduce the topic of consent in an age-appropriate way with this fun and heartwarming adventure that teaches kids how to set their own boundaries and respect the boundaries of others.

A story about consent, respecting boundaries and friendship.