Catching Thoughts
This charming story of a little girl who can't get rid of a thought illustrates the practice of mindfulness, showing kids how to invite beauty, joy, and calm into their lives.
Have you ever had an unwelcome thought that you just couldn't get rid of, no matter how hard you tried to push it away.
Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year
From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Ada Twist, Scientist and Rosie Revere, Engineer comes the story of the very first Questioneer: Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year! This moving picture book about an anxious girl’s arrival at a new school celebrates kindness, learning to face your fears, and the profound difference one brilliant teacher can make in a child’s life.
Ruby Finds a Worry
From the creator of Perfectly Norman comes a sensitive and reassuring story about what to do when a worry won't leave you alone.
Ruby loves being Ruby—swinging up really high and exploring her backyard. But one day, Ruby finds a worry.
At first, it's not such a big worry. But each day, it grows a little bigger. And a little bigger. Then the worry is ENORMOUS, and it's all she can think about. Until she discovers that everyone has worries, and the best way to get rid of them is to talk about them.
This perceptive and poignant story from the author/illustrator of Perfectly Norman is the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries.
The Worry Balloon
A thoughtful and reassuring picture book about how one child experiences anxiety, and what she can do to manage her worries.
On the first day of school, Isla’s mind plays the what if game. Scary thoughts come, the world goes dark, and everything feels stormy.