Are You Mad at Me?

By Tyler Feder (Author/Illustrator), Cody Feder

An anxious ostrich faces her fears to complete an important task.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Opal the ostrich battles her anxiety, known as 'The Noodles,' as she takes on the daunting task of retrieving a special tart for her family's party. With her neck feeling like spaghetti, Opal worries about making mistakes and disappointing others. Can she overcome her fears and succeed in her mission? This charming tale explores social anxiety with humor and heart, perfect for young readers and anyone who has ever felt the jitters.

From the publisher

A very nervous ostrich pushes past her anxiety in this funny, endearing picture book by the author/illustrator of Bodies Are Cool (co-written with her sister). When Opal the ostrich is anxious, her neck feels as wobbly as a spaghetti noodle. Her family lovingly calls this “The Noodles,” and tries their best to help. But it’s not easy to calm down when you’re a worrier like Opal–especially when you’re worrying about somebody else’s opinion of you. Now it’s the day of her family’s annual party, and Opal is in charge of picking up the triple-layer-double-custard-beet-and-berry tart from the bakery–a big responsibility! What if she does something wrong? What if somebody gets mad at her? Opal is having a serious case of the Noodles. This light-hearted take on social anxiety is just the right amount silly and sweet–perfect for young children and anyone else who has ever gotten The Noodles.

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