This collection of stories offers children diverse perspectives on managing anxiety in various situations. Through relatable characters and unique challenges, young readers can explore feelings and solutions to common worries.
In self-discovery and identity, Who will I be when I grow up? follows Leo, a boy seeking reassurance about his future, who finds wisdom from an ancient tree. Similarly, in The Teacher’s Back to School Jitters, a teacher’s first-day nerves are calmed by her students’ support.
Separation and reunion appear in The King’s Birthday, where Carl’s anxiety about being lost is resolved with his mother’s reunion. The Lost Chicken echoes this theme as Peepsie is found safe after being misplaced.
Facing fear and acceptance are central in Conquering the Dark, where Mila learns to cope with her fears after her mother’s passing. The Christmas Princess depicts a royal who breaks free from emotional constraints with a friend’s help.
Unexpected experiences shape The Talking Animals, as Hulda and Nathan encounter a world of speaking animals, easing their initial disbelief. In The story of Honey and Sunny, Sunny’s life changes upon rediscovering her heritage but chooses happiness over royalty.
Finally, misunderstandings in Chicken Little show how panic can lead to dangerous outcomes, highlighting the importance of staying calm in anxious moments.