# Time to Leave, Laverne!, Vol. 1

By **Lana Button**

- ISBN-13: 9781771476577
- Publisher: Owlkids Books Inc.
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 32
- Published: 1 Jun 2026
- Language: en
- Categories: Children's Books, friendship, Family Life, Growing Up & Facts of Life, Social Skills & School Life

## About this book

Time to Leave, Laverne! is a children's book that explores the challenges of emotional regulation and social skills. Laverne typically arrives at the library or the park with a positive attitude, but she struggles when it is time to go home. These transitions often trigger explosive behavior, turning her sunny mood into a thunderstorm of emotions that requires parental intervention.

In this volume 1 story, Laverne uses her stuffed animals to practice managing her feelings while playing at home. This narrative focuses on family life and growing up, providing a relatable look at how children handle big emotions. Through a mix of descriptive text and watercolor illustrations, the book offers a helpful perspective on friendship and the facts of life for young readers.

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