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Please Explain

2 books · Ages 4–10

Please Explain is a 2-book series for ages 4–10 by Laurie Zelinger. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Please Explain Divorce to Me! and Please Explain Anxiety to Me! are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

Please Explain Anxiety to Me!

Please Explain Anxiety to Me!2010

Please Explain Divorce to Me!

Please Explain Divorce to Me!2011

What This Series Covers

Anxiety & Worry Feelings & Emotions Fear & Bravery Self-Confidence & Identity The Human Body Dinosaurs

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