Hello, Anxiety (Your Magic Backpack) - Softcover

Book 1 of 3: Your Magic Backpack

Sinarski, Jessica

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9781965066058: Hello, Anxiety (Your Magic Backpack)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1965066054 ISBN 13: 9781965066058
Publisher: National Center for Youth Issues, 2025

Synopsis

Help Kids Build Self-Confidence and Resilience

Destiny Davis carries more than just schoolbooks in her backpack. Her constant companion, Anxiety, makes everyday tasks feel impossibly hard. But when a big class project sends Destiny into a full-blown spiral, her dad steps in with a surprising solution - and a reminder that even the toughest challenges can be faced head on.

This heartwarming story will help kids:

  • Understand the brain science behind anxiety
  • Experiment with helpful coping strategies
  • Build self-confidence and resilience

 

With relatable characters and practical advice, Hello, Anxiety empowers children to face their fears and say:

I know this might be tough, AND...
I know I can get through it.
I can use my whole, wise brain.
I've got this. I can do it!

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About the Author

Jessica Sinarski, LPCMH is an award-winning author, dynamic speaker, and the founder of BraveBrains. She has spent her entire career working with children who have challenging behaviors and the caring adults in their lives. She loves spicy food, Diet Coke, and her sweet, silly family...not in that order.

Jessica has worked with thousands of teachers, counselors, and administrators to get to the root of problematic student (and staff) behavior. She translates neuroscience into action steps through comprehensive professional development, diverse books, and practical tools for the classroom and beyond. Learn more at www.BraveBrains.com.

Simone Douglas is a full-time illustrator and digital artist based in London. A BA Graphic Design graduate who sources much inspiration from a childhood rich with vibrant cartoons, video games and classic Disney; she aims to capture and deliver nostalgia through her artistic style and experimentation.

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Publisher
National Center for Youth Issues
Publication date
2025
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1965066054
ISBN 13 
9781965066058
Binding
Paperback
Illustrator
Douglas Simone
Number of pages
32
Rating
  • 4.60 out of 5 stars
    42 ratings by Goodreads