Owen by Kevin Henkes

Owen’s fuzzy yellow blanket is his favorite possession. Everywhere Owen goes, his blanket goes with him. Upstairs, downstairs, in-between. Inside, outside, upside down. Everywhere! Owen’s parents are in despair—soon Owen will begin school, and he can’t take Fuzzy with him then. Whatever can be done? Everyone who’s ever had a favorite blanket will know exactly how Owen feels! (Kevin Henkes)

      

      Owen is exactly how a child should act when they become attached to something. Whether it is a blanket, a toy, or even a movie. Children should not be taken away from their prized possession, instead, children should either be redirected toward something different. I really liked how Owen’s Mother changed his blanket by cutting it up and turning it into a handkerchief. I never had a toy taken from me. I knew that my toys always had to stay home. I’m a sure child who has attachment issues with their things can really learn from Owen.