Jack is having a sleepover at his house. But the boys hear noises and they get very scared! Jack's big sister Ellie says she gets scared sometimes as well. Perhaps Dad can make them all feel better?
This series introduces young children to different aspects of our emotions and behaviour. A fictional story is backed up by suggestions for activities and ideas to talk about, while a wordless storyboard encourages children to tell another story.
August 8, 2011
Graves and Guicciardini address fear in this offering, part of the new Our Emotions and Behavior series. When Kevin, Ravi, and Jack have a sleepover, they hear noises in the closet and imagine that it’s a monster, but Jack’s sister, Ellie, shows them that it’s just a toy robot. Ellie is afraid of flying, but listening to music on a plane relieves her fear; other fears and potential solutions are presented as well. Though the topic is covered in a general way, Guicciardini’s engaging cartoons and the message about finding workarounds should prove practical. Available simultaneously: I’m Not Happy, Not Fair, Won’t Share, and But Why Can’t I? Ages 4–8.