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Author
Series
Llama Llama (Picture books) volume 3
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Llama Llama experiences separation anxiety on his first day of nursery school.
8) I'm worried
Author
Series
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
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.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Stanley's Mom has to go away for work, Stanley decides to take off, too--all the way to Mars. Can the Martian who takes his place on Earth get by in Stanley's family even in Mom's absence?"--
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"A little girl is convinced that her dog worries, just like her. With a whole day ahead of them, she'll need to figure out how to soothe them both. She prepares snacks, first aid, and even a sword in case there are any monsters. But when nothing works to ease their worries, she'll need to get creative"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Hay House Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Annabel dreams of one day being a scientist, but teasing from other kids at school has hurt her confidence and left her feeling sad and alone. Join her as she learns how to use the Magical Tapping Technique to quickly release her sadness and regain her confidence.
13) Hello, dark
Author
Publisher
Pajama Press Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"A small child confronts his anxiety about the dark by befriending it. He thinks about the good things darkness provides--like safety for nocturnal creatures--then imagines the dark as a friendly companion made of shadow with whom he plays imaginary games, tells secrets, listens to music, and talks about beautiful things. The book concludes with an Author's Note about the Author's experience with sleep anxiety as an Early Childhood Educator."--
Author
Publisher
NorthSouth
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"It's Norman's first day at Dino Day Care. Who wouldn't be nervous? First, Norman does what he does best: he makes himself invisible. But eventually he manages to find his courage, with a little help from a new friend and just a hint of magic"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Wheat Penny Press Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Zara is a clever, responsible, and sometimes anxious seven-year-old girl who lives with her mother and four-year-old little brother, Sam. Zara sometimes struggles with managing her emotions when confronted with stressful situations. Zara's mother helps Zara learn a simple breathing technique--a short visualization meditation--that helps her find peace and calm. .
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Young children can have lots of anxiety, especially when faced with something new, such as starting school. Luckily, Elmo and his Sesame Street friends are here to relieve those first-time jitters! This picture book answers common questions (What if I don't like my teacher? What if I don't know where the bathroom is?) to ease your little one's worries. With Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and other popular Muppets.
Author
Publisher
Convergent Books, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Oh moon, moon, moon that shines so bright, please send this message far so all will know that they are loved, no matter where they are. Inspired by one of Roma Downey's most cherished memories, A MESSAGE IN THE MOON celebrates the special bond that connects children to those who love them, no matter haw far away they might be. Paired with Holly Hatam's whimsical illustrations that glow with wonder, imagination, and joy, A MESSAGE IN THE MOON offers...
18) Buster
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Description
Buster's a therapy dog who needs to take matters into his own paws to help a boy understand his own anxiety . . . even if it means breaking a few rules. Buster's in big trouble. He's been dragged to Dog Court for breaking one of the most sacred of all dog rules: Never, ever talk to a human, or let a human know how smart you really are. But he swears he had a good reason! The boy he's been taking care of, Tonio, needed his help in a big way. You see,...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
A charming new story from the author of Guess How Much I Love You, with an original take on the subject of childhood anxiety. Once there was a girl called Mindi, who was afraid of something that no one else could see. This thing that she was afraid of, this thing that no one else could see, was a big goose. It came into her room as quietly as a thought comes into your head, and it stayed there for as long as it wanted to... So begins a new story by...
20) The invitation
Author
Publisher
Groundwood Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Stacey May Fowles' debut picture book is a whimsical, warmhearted story of how a super-special surprise can lead to anxiety -- or invite imagination. One beautiful fall day, Fern opens her mailbox and finds an envelope. After much worrying about what it could possibly contain, her friend Fawn encourages her to open it. Inside, she finds an invitation to a super-special surprise at the museum -- but Fern doesn't like surprises! Luckily, Fawn offers...
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