Karen's Chicken Pox

Reach for this book when your child is facing the crushing disappointment of a cancelled plan or a missed event due to a sudden illness. It is an ideal resource for navigating the complex feelings of FOMO (fear of missing out) and the physical frustration of being stuck in bed while the rest of the world moves on. Karen Brewer is thrilled about her lead role in the school play, but a sudden case of chicken pox threatens to ruin everything. Through Karen's experience, children ages 7 to 9 learn that it is okay to feel angry and sad when things do not go as planned. The story highlights the importance of resilience and the comforting role family plays during recovery. It provides a relatable, gentle framework for parents to discuss patience and the reality that while we cannot control getting sick, we can control how we handle the downtime.