"The Princess and the Pekinese" teaches children valuable lessons about accepting who they are, despite their blemishes and imperfections. When children are learning to develop self-esteem and self-identity, this beautifully illustrated story about a dog and her family, helps them share their innermost feelings. It is easy for them to relate to the identity crisis Princess experiences. The most powerful benefit is that young people realize that their family loves them no matter what. This is a super book that stimulates discussions with your children about themselves and their self-perception. The uplifting ending puts the importance of unconditional love and acceptence into a childlike perspective every young person and parent will appreciate.Ralph Zuranskihttp://www.InSearchOfHeroes.com