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Review Another Wise Book by Laurie Wright, This one About Fear and Apprehension, for Kids 3-9 and Adults of All AgesJune 1, 2018Not a fan of forcing kids to do things they fear, I am definitely a fan of this book, particularly because it lets kids know that anxiety is normal, understand it as not unique to them, and provides a phrase to empower them. Often, even adults, in relation to their own apprehension, believe anxiety must be avoided, or really tamped down before a fear-inducing event can take place. Mastery comes from the doing, over and over, in the presence of fear-- kind of like hanging out with an annoying friend. Even panic can be managed over time by not revving oneself up with a string of "Oh my God"s with each uncomfortable sensation, by entering the uncomfortable space, and finding oneself still vertical at the end. This book goes far in encouraging kids to begin to take that healthy risk early, often preventing fear from becoming so entrenched. I applaud the use of some big words in the storyline to help kids put a name to what they're experiencing, and learning the meaning of grown-up words is a great source of pride. At the same time, care is needed to keep it pretty simple to prevent kids from over-labeling or clinicalizing their feelings. A bit of an aside about language and kids: I'm reminded of Haim Ginnot, a very gifted child psychologist and author of terrific books for parents, who loved to use big words to help engage a child's attention and curiosity. He never raised his voice, but might tell a child he was very "disgruntled" with some behavior. And what could sound more serious than that? Back to the book, one heads-up regarding content: In the one instance of speaking to someone the child doesn't know, a renewed opportunity presents to reinforce the distinction between a stranger and a new kid at school. The book is an asset to helping kids better understand and feel good about themselves. As we say wonderfully ungrammatically in New Orleans, "You done good," Laurie Wright. And the same for you, Ana Santos, for your witty and fitting illustrations. Product Description Would you just please TRY?!?If this refrain sounds familiar, you need this book!Help your child or students learn an important concept, that they can TRY even when they don't know what new places, people or things have in store. Emotions are tricky and hard to handle when you're small, and kids need our help! This Mindful Mantra equips children with a necessary skill in order to cope with tricky emotions that arise because of everyday issues, the knowledge that they CAN TRY!Since teachers and parents have the most difficult and important jobs, this book comes with free resources for both! Simply go to lauriewrights.com/five to get them.NOW AVAILABLE! Books 1-7 in the series. Make sure to check them out! From the Author Dear Readers, After reading this book you've realized that you will try to do all sorts of things, even when you feel nervous or scared. By saying to yourself often "I will try!" it will soon become an automatic thought, and you'll realize all the things you are capable of doing. Now, I have a question for you. Do you ever wonder if you matter? Do you wonder what it is about you that makes you so special? If you say YES to those questions, you will enjoy reading the book 'I Matter' in the Mindful Mantras Series. (here is a little secret: sometimes adults wonder what makes THEM special too!)Get it now, and figure out exactly why you MATTER!~Laurie From the Back Cover Will Reeny try?Of course she will try, when she learns this mindful mantra! She will try a new food, she will try to get in the pool and she will even try to go skateboarding! Come along with Reeny, see what situations she thinks are too difficult and watch to see if she will try. Help your child or students learn an important concept, that they can TRY even when they don't know what new places, people or things will b