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“This book is such a powerful tool for teaching children about something not even many adults have experienced. This would have helped my little sister so much when our brother was deployed to Iraq for the first time with 39 Regt Royal Artillery in 2005. What a beautiful little book. Thank you Gerry Waters, for making this happen.” Adam Cooper, 21, Walton on Thames

“My partner and I have 5 children (2 are serving soldiers) .  We’ve benefited really well, for us having a new baby and being able to show her pictures - even more so because her Daddy is deploying again in February – has just been great. The book has really had a positive effect: if you speak to most of the soldiers especially with children between the ages of 2 and 5 where they don’t really understand that Mummy/Daddy has gone, the book has definitely been a great welfare plus.  Within the regiment we were all given the book on the recent deployment and all my family have seen the book and they think it’s a really good idea.  These books are definitely the way ahead – a picture in a book can paint a thousand words, rather than trying to explain it, a child will always understand a picture rather than words.” WO2 Kim Cupper Royal Signals

“”I just wanted to let you know how popular the book has become in my house.  My daughter won’t go to sleep without me reading it at least twice and she won’t go anywhere without it. She loves it and I think seeing another little girl on paper doing what she did and seeing the happy ending helps her understand a little (shes 3). Great book and have recommended it to my friends.” Steph Stevens, Telford

“I received my copy of the book today and must say it is fantastic. My son had me read it to him again and again. It is lovely that he can relate to it as it all looks so familiar to him. I really think this book is such a great idea and so well written. I truly can’t thank you enough.” Clare, Hadleigh

“Thank you so much for all the effort which has been put into the book. In many years of Army family life, I have never come across such a worthwhile venture - My Daddy is a Soldier is the sort of tool Army families can really put to use.  The photographs are simply so honest, and real.  It is all so familiar that my daughter thinks that it is her daddy, in her house, with her.”

“What a wonderfully beautiful and simple book to share with young children. It helps deal with difficult issues in a sympathetic way. I work in a forces Nursery and this book has formed the basis for a whole term’s activities whilst Daddy is away.” Justine Bryant, Sunshine Centre, Chester

“I would recommed this book to anyone who has young children. The first thing Harry (2 years old) said when he saw the soldier in the book was DADDY.  I am sure this book will help while Daddy is away.”

“My Daddy Is A Soldier is great for young children, they can really relate to the pictures and the text.  The subject matter raises awareness for all children and expands their knowledge and understanding. A brilliant book I am looking forward to more!” Georgina Wynter, Manageress of Pucklechurch Playgroup

“I love this book.  Anything that helps a small child understand and come to terms with deployment and the absence of a parent is invaluable.  Indispensable….why hasn’t this been written before?” Caroline, Lady Richards, President of the Afghan Appeal Fund

“As a Serviceman who has spent a large part of my career away from home I am looking forward to reading your book with my children.  The other day when my 4 year old son asked “Why is Daddy going away?”, my 10 year old daughter replied “Get used to it! Daddy is always away.“ that cut to the core.”

“I am currently in Iraq and my 3 and a half year old is finding this very hard.  Anything I can do to help her… ”

“Go Gerry! Just got the book - it’s delightful, gorgeous, sweet - just like the author! Elly will love this when i give it to her on Friday. Now can we have another book, called “My Mom is an Army Wife”….well done on an excellent book, which every Army child must own.”

“I am a Military wife living near JFC Brunssum and I heard the wonderful interview on BFBS today regarding your book, please could you let me know how to get copies delivered to The Netherlands”

“Delighted to see this book, can’t wait to get hold of a copy.  There are plenty of parents here interested in seeing the book”, BFPO HQ

“Thank you very much for writing your book - as soon as I get my credit card I’m getting one.  It should really be purchased by all the families offices for those deploying. I was on the wrong end of a phone call a few weeks ago when my 3 year old beautiful girl had just woken up and was crying missing me. It’s enough to make one leap on the next aircraft home from Afghanistan but I had to accept it was a passing event and she would settle.” A serving TA soldier

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