The Grumpy Granola Bar

Reach for this book when your child is stuck in a funk, feeling prickly, or simply woke up on the wrong side of the bed. It provides a playful, low pressure way to talk about bad moods without making the child feel like they are being lectured. By personifying a grumpy snack, the story allows children to observe negative emotions from a safe distance. The story follows a granola bar who is having a truly crumbly day. Through humor and relatable food based metaphors, the book explores how feelings can feel heavy or 'crunchy' inside. It is an excellent choice for parents who want to normalize the fact that everyone has off days while modeling gentle ways to shift perspective and find a little bit of sweetness again. It is perfectly suited for children aged 3 to 7 who are beginning to name their emotions.