The Problem with Problems
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

The Problem with Problems

By Rachel Rooney, Zehra Hicks (Illustrator)

Part of the Problems/Worries/Fears series

Discover how to tackle pesky problems that appear in unexpected ways.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 347 ratings
32 pages· 308 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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In a world where problems take on a life of their own, learn how to face them head-on. This imaginative tale turns problems into creatures, offering a fresh perspective on managing emotions. As these quirky beings pop up at the worst times, uncover the secrets to making them vanish. With a focus on communication and emotional intelligence, this story provides valuable lessons for both children and adults. Will you learn to conquer your most troublesome challenges? Dive into this whimsical journey and find out.

From the publisher

How do you deal with problems? Find out in this bold, humorous, and surprisingly insightful picture book that personifies “problems” as creatures, and skillfully teaches readers (big and small!) how to handle one when it appears. Have you ever met a problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about problems that will help you make them disappear… This picture book’s original take on managing emotions, and emphasis on communication, will help little ones and grown-ups alike naviagate their peskiest problems. THE PROBLEM WITH PROBLEMS is filled with social-emotional learning-based advice for every kind of situation, wrapped lovingly in the lyrical prose of award-winning children’s poet Rachel Rooney.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
308
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about problem solvingBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themesBooks about values and virtuesBooks about child development
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Publication
Published
June 16, 2020
First published
March 5, 2020
Publisher
Rodale Kids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593173176

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