Worries Big and Small When You Are 8

The fourth book in the Worries series, aimed at 8-year-olds, helps children build coping skills and resilience by addressing common fears and providing helpful tips for soothing them. It features engaging illustrations and is based on consultancy by an educational psychologist.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

The fourth book in an engaging and dip-in series, themed by age, explores the ever-changing worries of children as they grow. This reassuring and practical new series is designed to help children build coping skills and resilience.

"What if I feel angry? What if I think I'm ugly? What if there's a test tomorrow?" These are the questions that 8-year-olds often grapple with, and this book provides helpful tips to help them navigate these fears and learn how to soothe them.

Packed with 30 questions and answers covering a range of topics, from school to trips to the park, visiting friends, sports, performing, and going to the shops, this book is an ideal starting point for parents to initiate conversations about worries. The questions and answers are delivered with warmth, empathy, and gentle humor, making it accessible and engaging for children.

Illustrated by rising star Samara Hardy, the bright and engaging illustrations add to the appeal of the book. Perfect for fans of "A Huge Bag of Worries," "Worrysaurus," "Poppy O'Neill's" "Don't Worry, Be Happy," and "You're a Star," as well as Tom Percival's "Big Bright Feelings" series, this book offers valuable insights and coping strategies for children dealing with everyday concerns.

Consultancy by expert Educational Psychologist Dr. Miquela Walsh, DEdPsych, MsC (Dist), BSc (Hons), PCPC accredited, ensures that the content is based on the latest research and best practices in child development.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 249 x 251 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008524418