Synopses & Reviews
Everybody worries. Children worry too--in new or confusing situations or when someone is angry with them. This new addition to the acclaimed The Way I Feel Series uses reassuring words and illustrations to address a child's anxieties and shows ways to feel better. Cornelia Spelman and Kathy Parkinson team up once again to provide a comforting and empowering book that's helpful to all.
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"Spelman succinctly explores causes for a young child's worry and then shows positive ways to dispel negative feelings. . . Solid bibliotherapy."--School Library Journal
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"Spelman's reassuring, matter-of-fact tone is as helpful as the sensible advice she offers. . . .An appealing, supportive resource for young children."--Booklist
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"This amusing but satisfying story will ease the worries of a nervous child or help more confident children to be more empathetic to the needs of a worried friend."--Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
A young guinea pig describes situations that make him feel worried, and what he can do to comfort himself.
Synopsis
Everyone feels worried sometimes, but there are always ways to feel better Join a cuddly hamster and her toy zebra as she learns to manage feelings of worry. With a focus on identifying the causes of an emotional reaction, and coming up with ways to feel calm and happy again, this book offers simple strategies to help kids understand and take care of their emotions.
About the Author
Cornelia Maude Spelman worked as a therapist with children and families before turning full-time to writing. She lives with her husband in Illinois. Kathy Parkinson has three children and the world's best dog! She lives in Massachusetts.