worry

Melvin the cement mixer worries when he cannot figure out who gave him a valentine.

Jessica worries about the consequences of exposing a cheating friend.

A young girl's sense of adventure and exploration vanishes when she discovers a Worry that grows and grows until she learns how to get rid of it.

"Cant's sleep? Too many things to worry about? Or do you get lost in your mind thinking about all the ways tomorrow could go wrong? Why does this happen? The answer is in the science behind worry! From stomach aches before a big event to panic before a test, middle school is a time when you get ALL. THE. FEELS. But next time you or your friends freeze up with worry or fears, you'll understand what's really going on in your brains. Plus, you'll learn tips to decode what's happening in your body and find out how anxiety can actually be a superpower. No worries! Mental health is still important, so when fears and anxious feelings have crossed the line, you'll also learn when it's time to reach out for help"--From the publisher's web site.

"[A] book about things that might make kids worry--from loud news, to loud neighbors, or a big day at school . . . speaks out to kids who are feeling the weight of their world, offering solutions and comfort, as well as giggles"--Publisher.

"One night just before the lights went out, Worry snuck into Maya's mind. Worry grew bigger and bigger until there was no space left for anything else. Just darkness and fear. Join Maya as she finds Courage, through the form of a calming breath, and learns how to break free from Worry's hold"-- publisher.

An introduction to the feeling of worry, that helps children to identify what it feels like, describes different things that make people worried, and encourages them to help others who are feeling this way.

Potato is worried about what might happen in the future, causing Flamingo to worry, too, but their friend, a little girl, encourages them to focus on enjoying the present, instead.

A young girl stops her worry monster from controlling her life.

Simple text and illustrations discuss the kinds of worries facing many children today and explores how their fears might be overcome. Uses child-friendly text and includes interactive questions, plus has a helpful section with advice, practical tips, and activities for caregivers and teachers.