It Could Be Worse

Name: It Could Be Worse
ISBN: 9781536217919

For anyone who feels like they're having a terrible day, this book humorously reminds us that perspective is everything, even when things genuinely seem to go wrong.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child is convinced they are having the worst day ever over minor setbacks. It's a perfect antidote to frustration and catastrophic thinking. The story follows Albertine, who is having a terrible day, and her brother Marius, who tries to cheer her up by imagining wildly absurd scenarios of how things could be much, much worse. This funny and imaginative tale brilliantly models cognitive reframing, teaching resilience and gratitude without being preachy. For ages 4 to 8, it uses humor to show kids that perspective is a powerful tool for managing emotions.

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What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Fantastical, silly scenarios include pirates and sea monsters, all presented humorously.

Sensitive Topics

None. The book is lighthearted and humorous. The perilous situations are explicitly framed as imaginary what-ifs and are too absurd to be genuinely frightening.

Ideal Reader

A child aged 4 to 7 who tends to get stuck in a negative mindset over small problems. It's perfect for the kid who declares it's the "worst day ever" after spilling their juice or tripping on the sidewalk. It provides a playful, non-didactic tool for building resilience.