Joy Stories™ "Buddy and Buster"
CD and Dog Finger Puppet

"Buddy and Buster" is the story of an impressionable golden retriever puppy, Buddy, amd an aggressive Jack Russell terrier, Buster. Buddy learns to develop values and, in doing so, becomes an example that makes a positive change in the lives of the dogs in his neighborhood, especially Buster. A child learns to use Buddy's example to deal with others who are more aggressive then himself/herself.

By listening to “Buddy and Buster” a child learns:

• Factual information about dogs.
• That being afraid of something that may harm you is normal.
• That telling someone about your fear is helpful.
• That having courage does not mean that one is never afraid. Having courage means being afraid but doing something anyway.

Listen to sample from companion book "Believe In Yourself" here. (MP3 format reduced quality)

Joy Stories is a series of audio bedtime stories designed to raise self-esteem in children ages 4-9 years old. They have won numerous awards such as the Teachers' Choice Award from Learning Magazine, the Parents Guide Children's Media Award and have made it in the Dr. Toy's Top One Hundred Toys List.

Joy Stories are metaphorical stories that are supported by positive messages for raising self-esteem. These stories and the affirmations, which are based on sound research and principles of confidence building, are especially effective at bedtime. The imaginative story line, along with soothing background music, will ease your child into a deep restful sleep while delivering a subtle and effective message that will build his/her self-esteem.

About the author:

Joy Frost, a professional educator for over thirty years, discovered early in her professional life the great impact stories had in changing a child’s attitudes and behaviors. Such stories foster the development of a positive self image. Recognizing this, Joy began writing and field testing stories for children. These stories proved to be effective in raising self esteem. Joy Stories is the result of this work.

This package consists of a relaxing story CD to help boost your child's self-esteem and a finger puppet of a dog both encased in a vinyl bag.

Help create confidence in your child with "Buddy and Buster" from Joy Stories!