Jayneen Sanders

Little Bear worries about everything: from not knowing his ABCs to not scoring a goal in soccer to the unknown monsters hiding behind his bed. All of this worry and stress leaves him feeling like he can't move at all. Despite what Grandma Bear, Grandpa Bear, and Auntie Bear say, Little Bear just cannot stop worrying. Mama Bear realizes this and little by little, she helps Little Bear overcome his anxiety. How Big Are Your Worries Little Bear? is a beautifully written and illustrated book that serves to show children how anxiety can be a normal thing, and how you're able to overcome and manage it with the right help. This book would work perfectly in my classroom when speaking with students about how to show compassion and understanding towards others, particularly those suffering from anxiety.… (mais)