The Worry Balloon
The Worry Balloon by Mónica Mancillas is a thoughtful picture book published by Roaring Brook Press on July 11, 2023. This 40-page book is designed to help children understand and manage anxiety through the story of Isla, who experiences worries as she prepares for her first day of school. The narrative offers a gentle exploration of emotions, making it suitable for social-emotional learning and discussions about mental health.
Readers will find that The Worry Balloon presents practical strategies for coping with anxiety, including a guide for building a personal “worry tool bag.” As Isla navigates her feelings with the support of her Mami, the book emphasizes the importance of positive thinking and resilience in the face of challenges. This edition is crafted to engage young readers with its relatable themes of emotions and social topics, making it a valuable resource for both children and caregivers.
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A thoughtful and reassuring picture book about how one child experiences anxiety, and what kids can do to manage their worries. Perfect for social-emotional learning and Back to School reading, The Worry Balloon includes a guide for kids to build their own worry tool bag that children and caregivers alike can use when faced with anxiety and change.
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.
With Mami at her side, Isla takes a deep breath and blows her worries away in a big balloon. But as school gets closer, Isla’s worries come back like a tornado. Mami encourages her to imagine something happy, and Isla remembers there’s nothing she can’t handle.
The storm might come again, but for now, her mind is quiet.
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