The Worry Ball
Big Feelings, Brave Kids Series
Eli and Acorn are excited to explore the creek on a beautiful Saturday morning. But as they head down the trail, a little yellow Worry Ball begins to grow inside Eli's chest.
What if they get lost?
What if the creek is too wild?
What if something goes wrong?
As Eli's worries grow bigger, Acorn helps him learn simple tools to understand his feelings, calm his body, and take brave steps forward.
Through a gentle adventure and relatable childhood worries, young readers discover that being brave doesn't mean you never feel worried—it means moving forward even when you do.
Perfect for children ages 4–8, parents, teachers, counselors, and therapists, this encouraging story helps children:
• Recognize anxious thoughts and feelings
• Build confidence through small brave steps
• Practice simple coping skills for worry
• Develop emotional awareness and resilience
• Start healthy conversations about anxiety
Part of the Big Feelings, Brave Kids series, helping children and families understand emotions through kindness, courage, and knowledge.
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