Our Time Apart: A Children's Book About Military Deployment - Paperback
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Our Time Apart: A Children's Book About Military Deployment, written by Dollie Page, is a paperback story crafted to help children understand the feelings that come with a parent’s deployment in the Air Force. Spanning 32 pages, this tender tale follows Jeremiah as he grapples with his mom’s absence and learns to navigate his emotions with courage and care.
Through Jeremiah’s journey, young readers witness the real-life challenges children in military families face, from longing to hope. The narrative shows concrete ways to cope and stay connected with a deployed parent, all within a loving, supportive family context. As the story unfolds, Jeremiah discovers patience and resilience, gaining strength from his loved ones and the rituals that keep them connected despite the miles apart. When his mom finally returns, his joy is profound, and gratitude for a safe, homecoming shines through.
Why this book matters: it speaks directly to children who have a parent in the military, validating their feelings and offering a gentle path to resilience. It’s a valuable resource for parents, caregivers, and educators guiding conversations about deployment, separation, and reunions, helping kids name and talk about their emotions more easily.
- Format: Paperback
- Author: Dollie Page
- Pages: 32
- Dimensions: 0.08 x 10 x 8 IN
- Publication Date: April 16, 2023
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How does it work?
You can easily record audio using your phone, tablet, or any other device and send it home through text, email, or your preferred method. Once received, simply upload the audio onto the recorder, and your child can enjoy hearing your voice right inside the doll. Just press the belly, and the recording will play, creating a personal and comforting experience for your little one.
Is the clothing removable? Do you offer more clothing for the doll?
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What about the patches...are they removable?
The patches on the doll easily detach thanks to their Velcro backing, and you can even create your own custom patches on our website to match your hero’s. We’ve partnered with CustomSticker.com to produce Velcro-backed PVC patches, allowing you to design and print high-quality stickers that fit perfectly on the patch. Pretty amazing, right? It wasn’t easy finding a company willing to make custom 1-inch stickers, but we did! Huge thanks to Ryan and Maren for making this possible!
Is the doll and clothing machine washable?
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16 MB... How long is that?
With the current 16 MB of storage, you can record over an hour of audio directly into the doll. In fact, we tested it up to 1 hour and 23 minutes before stopping! Simply hold the recorder up to your phone and record directly into it. Trust us, the audio quality is incredible—it’s even louder and clearer than when you speak into it.
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