COOL DOWN AND WORK THROUGH ANGER/CALMATE Y SUPERA LA IRA

By Cheri J. Meiners. In this bilingual picture book, children are reassured that it’s okay to feel angry—but it’s not okay to hurt anyone with actions or words. Using a social story format, real-life descriptions of angry feelings are contrasted with the peaceful feeling that comes with cooling down. Skills offered for managing anger include self-calming, getting help, and viewing others positively. A section for adults includes activity ideas and tips for improving children’s home and school social skills. Pre-K–3. Free Spirit. 43 pages. ©2014.

Sample two-page spread

“Cool Down and Work Through Anger is highly recommended for kids ages 4–8 who have anger management issues or concerns.”
—Midwest Book Review, Children’s Bookwatch: Reviewer’s Choice

“Cool Down and Work Through Anger is an ideal resource for home, school, and childcare settings. When children understand and learn important basic social skills, they are better prepared for successful interactions with teachers, family, and friends.”
—Kimberly Fischer, Arizona Parenting magazine

“Cool Down and Work Through Anger is an excellent book for helping children understand this unpleasant but normal emotion. The book gives very helpful strategies for helping children deal with anger.”
—Marian Marion, Ph.D., professor, Early Childhood Education, Governors State University

“A delightful addition to the series. I particularly like the focus on what kids can do to handle their anger more constructively, rather than focusing on what not to do…The cognitive-behavioral perspective is also quite helpful—that changing thoughts as well as behaviors can help with handling anger…Will appeal to kids as well as those who work with them.”
—James J. Crist, PhD., author of What to Do When You’re Scared and Worried and Mad