About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is struggling with big, explosive feelings and frequent tantrums. "The Queen Makes a Scene" tells the story of a queen who gets very angry when things don't go her way, stomping her feet and shouting until she gets what she wants. One day, her temper causes a real mess, and she has to learn a better way to handle her frustration. This humorous and brightly illustrated story gently normalizes anger while modeling constructive ways to manage it. It's an excellent, lighthearted tool for opening a conversation with young children about their own powerful emotions and the consequences of their actions, showing that everyone, even a queen, has to learn self-control.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the emotion of anger. The approach is metaphorical and entirely secular. The resolution is very hopeful and positive, with the main character learning a new, constructive coping skill.
Ideal Reader
A 4 to 6-year-old who is testing boundaries with big emotional outbursts. This child gets easily frustrated when things don't go according to plan (a block tower falls, a game is lost) and needs a funny, non-preachy story to see their own behavior reflected and learn a new strategy for managing disappointment.
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