What to Do When You Grumble Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Negativity

Can kids learn to turn grumbles into gratitude? Yes―and this workbook shows them how!

Life can feel like an obstacle course―full of fun but also packed with tricky spots. When frustration takes over, it’s easy for kids to get stuck in a cycle of complaining and negativity. But with the right tools, they can learn to shift their mindset and find the good in every day.

What to Do When You Grumble Too Much is an empowering guide that helps kids understand negative thinking and discover how to turn it around. Through engaging activities, lively illustrations, and expert strategies, this interactive workbook teaches kids how to challenge grumpy thoughts and build a more positive outlook.

Whether your child feels stuck in a grumpy mood or overwhelmed by life’s challenges, this book offers a creative and compassionate path toward feeling better―and seeing the bright side.

Key Features:

• Perfect for kids ages 6–12 who struggle with frustration, negativity, or frequent complaining
• Uses proven cognitive-behavioral techniques to help kids reframe thoughts and develop emotional resilience
• Encourages gratitude, optimism, and problem-solving through fun, hands-on exercises
• Includes a supportive note for parents and caregivers to help kids build healthier thinking habits
• Part of the trusted What-to-Do Guides for Kids series―used by parents, educators, and therapists for more than 20 years
• Created by Magination Press, the children’s imprint of the American Psychological Association―leaders in children’s mental health and well-being

Dawn Huebner, PhD, is a psychologist, parent coach, and the author of numerous self-help books for children. Her books have been translated into twenty-three languages, touching the lives of millions of children around the world.