Willy and the Cloud
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Willy and the Cloud

Written & illustrated by Anthony Browne

Part of the Willy the Chimp series

A growing cloud of worry follows Willy, challenging him to face his fears and find clarity.

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Willy the Chimp's sunny day at the park is overshadowed by a small cloud that grows with his worries. As it looms larger, Willy must confront his anxiety to clear his mind. Can he find the courage to dispel the cloud and reclaim his day? This thoughtful tale explores the power of bravery in overcoming fears, resonating with readers of all ages.

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When a niggling worry begins to cloud Willy’s whole day, Anthony Browne shows readers that facing your fears head-on can clear the skies once more. One warm, sunny day, Willy the Chimp decides to go to the park. There’s not a cloud in the sky – well, except for just a little tiny one. It doesn’t bother Willy too much at first. But as the cloud follows him, it grows bigger and bigger and becomes harder and harder to ignore. Pretty soon the cloud is all Willy can think about, and he has no idea how to make it go away. Quietly powerful and remarkably perceptive, Anthony Browne’s thoughtful tale depicts worry and anxiety in a way readers of any age can understand. And as Willy discovers, sometimes a little bravery – and a willingness to face your problems – can make a world of difference.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about cloudsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about apes and monkeysBooks about social themesBooks about depression and mental illness
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Publication
Published
November 7, 2017
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763694982

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