Polka Dots and Promises (Paperback)
Anthony D. Riddle
Sold by CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
AbeBooks Seller since 29 June 2022
New - Soft cover
Condition: New
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSold by CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
AbeBooks Seller since 29 June 2022
Condition: New
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketPaperback. Polka Dots and Promises is a heartwarming children's picture book about a young girl named Madison and her Marine dad's special polka dot socks.Every day, Madison's father wears bright polka dot socks with his suit. At first, Madison loves them-until her friends at daycare tease her about how silly they look. Embarrassed, Madison wonders if her daddy is silly too. But when she learns the beautiful secret behind the socks, everything changes.Her dad explains that the polka dots are his special promise: a reminder of Madison that travels with him, even when he deploys far away. Each dot carries love across the miles. With her father's gentle wisdom and their favorite song-"Polka dots, polka dots, love in every spot"-Madison learns to stand tall with pride.This tender story follows Madison's emotional journey from doubt and teasing to confidence and deep understanding. It celebrates the special bond between military children and their parents, showing how small symbols can carry big love during deployment.Perfect for ages 4-8, Polka Dots and Promises offers comfort and connection for military families while teaching all children about empathy, courage, and the power of family love. Includes a note from Dad and back matter with facts about military kids and a drawing activity.A story about silly socks, serious love, and the promises that hold families together-no matter how far apart. A little girl's embarrassment over her dad's silly socks turns to pride when she learns they are a secret promise of his love, a symbol that connects them even when his military duty takes him far away. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
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Heartwarming children’s story about family, courage, and celebrating what makes us unique.
Every day, Madison walks proudly beside her dad, noticing one thing that always stands out—his bright polka dot socks. While some children tease him for being different, Madison wonders why her dad never seems bothered by their comments. Through gentle conversations and a special promise between father and daughter, Madison discovers that being different isn’t something to hide—it's something to celebrate.
As the story unfolds, Daddy shares the meaning behind his beloved polka dot socks and the promise they represent, revealing a touching connection to his service as a U.S. Marine and the sacrifices military families make during deployments. Along the way, Madison learns valuable lessons about kindness, confidence, resilience, and the importance of staying true to yourself.
Filled with warmth, love, and beautiful illustrations, Polka Dots & Promises encourages young readers to embrace their individuality, stand strong in the face of teasing, and cherish the promises that keep families connected no matter the distance.
Perfect for children ages 4–8, military families, classrooms, and anyone who believes that our differences are what make us special.
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