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Great Reads: Managing Anger

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Feeling strong emotions is a normal part of development. Learning how to identify, control, and regulate emotions takes practice and help from a nurturing adult. Each of the following titles describes anger and offers positive mechanisms for coping with it. Age recommendations are offered as a general guideline. (JK/KS 7/19)

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When Sophie Gets Angry--really, Really Angry

When Sophie Gets Angry--really, Really Angry

by Bang, Molly

Book - 1999

A young girl is upset and doesn't know how to manage her anger but takes the time to cool off and regain her composure. Ages 3-7. A young girl is upset and doesn't know how to manage her anger but takes the time to cool off and regain her composure. Ages 3-7. Show less

A young girl is upset and doesn't know how to manage her anger but takes the time to cool off and regain her composure. Ages 3-7. A young girl is upset and doesn't know how to manage her anger but takes the time to cool off and regain her composure. Ages 3-7. Show less

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Mad, Mad Bear!

Mad, Mad Bear!

by Gee, Kimberly

Book - 2018

Bear is very angry that he has to leave the park, but after taking a deep breath he learns to let it go. Ages 2-5. Bear is very angry that he has to leave the park, but after taking a deep breath he learns to let it go. Ages 2-5. Show less

Bear is very angry that he has to leave the park, but after taking a deep breath he learns to let it go. Ages 2-5. Bear is very angry that he has to leave the park, but after taking a deep breath he learns to let it go. Ages 2-5. Show less

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Nina in That Makes Me Mad!

Nina in That Makes Me Mad!

by Knight, Hilary

Book - 2011

Lots of little, everyday frustrations make Nina mad, and she is very good at expressing her feelings. Ages 4-8. Lots of little, everyday frustrations make Nina mad, and she is very good at expressing her feelings. Ages 4-8. Show less

Lots of little, everyday frustrations make Nina mad, and she is very good at expressing her feelings. Ages 4-8. Lots of little, everyday frustrations make Nina mad, and she is very good at expressing her feelings. Ages 4-8. Show less

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Karate Countdown

Karate Countdown

by Maddox, Jake

Book - 2009

When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper...Show more When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus--and win? Ages 8-11. Show less

When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper...Show more When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus--and win? Ages 8-11. Show less

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1-2-3 A Calmer Me

1-2-3 A Calmer Me

Helping Children Cope When Emotions Get Out of Control

by Patterson, Colleen A.

Book - 2015

A young girl learns a technique for dealing with anger--and it works. Ages 4-8. A young girl learns a technique for dealing with anger--and it works. Ages 4-8. Show less

A young girl learns a technique for dealing with anger--and it works. Ages 4-8. A young girl learns a technique for dealing with anger--and it works. Ages 4-8. Show less

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When the Anger Ogre Visits

When the Anger Ogre Visits

by Salom, Andrée

Book - 2015

A child learns that anger is a natural and manageable part of life. Ages 3-7. A child learns that anger is a natural and manageable part of life. Ages 3-7. Show less

A child learns that anger is a natural and manageable part of life. Ages 3-7. A child learns that anger is a natural and manageable part of life. Ages 3-7. Show less

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Steps and Stones

Steps and Stones

An Anh's Anger Story

by Silver, Gail

Book - 2011

Angry at his friends for choosing kickball over digging, Anh is revisited by Anger who demonstrates how mindful breathing can soothe and transform strong emotions. Based on teachings about mindfulness and Buddhism by Thich Nhat Hanh. Ages 4-8. Angry at his friends for choosing kickball over digging, Anh is revisited by Anger who demonstrates how mindful breathing can soothe and transform strong emotions. Based on teachings about mindfulness and Buddhism by Thich Nhat Hanh. Ages 4-8. Show less

Angry at his friends for choosing kickball over digging, Anh is revisited by Anger who demonstrates how mindful breathing can soothe and transform strong emotions. Based on teachings about mindfulness and Buddhism by Thich Nhat Hanh. Ages 4-8. Angry at his friends for choosing kickball over digging, Anh is revisited by Anger who demonstrates how mindful breathing can soothe and transform strong emotions. Based on teachings about mindfulness and Buddhism by Thich Nhat Hanh. Ages 4-8. Show less

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Fergal and the Bad Temper

Fergal and the Bad Temper

by Starling, Robert

Book - 2019

Fergal the dragon has trouble controlling his temper, but after one really fiery day, his mom shows him a trick on how to cool down. Ages 3-7. Fergal the dragon has trouble controlling his temper, but after one really fiery day, his mom shows him a trick on how to cool down. Ages 3-7. Show less

Fergal the dragon has trouble controlling his temper, but after one really fiery day, his mom shows him a trick on how to cool down. Ages 3-7. Fergal the dragon has trouble controlling his temper, but after one really fiery day, his mom shows him a trick on how to cool down. Ages 3-7. Show less

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Mouse Was Mad

Mouse Was Mad

by Urban, Linda

Book - 2009

Mouse struggles to find the right way to express his anger, modeling the behavior of Hare, Bear, Hedgehog, and Bobcat, only to discover that his own way may be the best way of all. Age 3-7. Mouse struggles to find the right way to express his anger, modeling the behavior of Hare, Bear, Hedgehog, and Bobcat, only to discover that his own way may be the best way of all. Age 3-7. Show less

Mouse struggles to find the right way to express his anger, modeling the behavior of Hare, Bear, Hedgehog, and Bobcat, only to discover that his own way may be the best way of all. Age 3-7. Mouse struggles to find the right way to express his anger, modeling the behavior of Hare, Bear, Hedgehog, and Bobcat, only to discover that his own way may be the best way of all. Age 3-7. Show less

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Sometimes I'm Bombaloo

Sometimes I'm Bombaloo

by Vail, Rachel

Book - 2002

When Katie Honors feels angry and out of control, her mother helps her to be herself again. Ages 3-7. When Katie Honors feels angry and out of control, her mother helps her to be herself again. Ages 3-7. Show less

When Katie Honors feels angry and out of control, her mother helps her to be herself again. Ages 3-7. When Katie Honors feels angry and out of control, her mother helps her to be herself again. Ages 3-7. Show less

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How Do Dinosaurs Say I'm Mad?

How Do Dinosaurs Say I'm Mad?

by Yolen, Jane

Book - 2013

Illustrations and rhyming text explore some of the things that dinosaurs might do when they are angry--and how they should control their tempers. Ages 2-5. Illustrations and rhyming text explore some of the things that dinosaurs might do when they are angry--and how they should control their tempers. Ages 2-5. Show less

Illustrations and rhyming text explore some of the things that dinosaurs might do when they are angry--and how they should control their tempers. Ages 2-5. Illustrations and rhyming text explore some of the things that dinosaurs might do when they are angry--and how they should control their tempers. Ages 2-5. Show less

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Chillax!

Chillax!

How Ernie Learns to Chill Out, Relax, and Take Charge of His Anger

by Craver, Marcella Marino

Graphic Novel - 2012

In a self-help graphic novel, angry Ernie, called "Erupto" by his friends, receives some counseling on anger management. Ages 8-12. In a self-help graphic novel, angry Ernie, called "Erupto" by his friends, receives some counseling on anger management. Ages 8-12. Show less

In a self-help graphic novel, angry Ernie, called "Erupto" by his friends, receives some counseling on anger management. Ages 8-12. In a self-help graphic novel, angry Ernie, called "Erupto" by his friends, receives some counseling on anger management. Ages 8-12. Show less

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The Emotions' Survival Guide

The Emotions' Survival Guide

Book - 2015

Girls and boys ages 8 to 12 will love this nonfiction feelings survival guide featuring advice from the Emotions. Ages 8-12. Girls and boys ages 8 to 12 will love this nonfiction feelings survival guide featuring advice from the Emotions. Ages 8-12. Show less

Girls and boys ages 8 to 12 will love this nonfiction feelings survival guide featuring advice from the Emotions. Ages 8-12. Girls and boys ages 8 to 12 will love this nonfiction feelings survival guide featuring advice from the Emotions. Ages 8-12. Show less

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Being Angry

Being Angry

by Johnson, Julie

Book - 2009

Thoughts and feelings on what anger is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how to deal with it. Ages 6-10. Thoughts and feelings on what anger is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how to deal with it. Ages 6-10. Show less

Thoughts and feelings on what anger is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how to deal with it. Ages 6-10. Thoughts and feelings on what anger is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how to deal with it. Ages 6-10. Show less

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Understanding Myself

Understanding Myself

A Kid's Guide to Intense Emotions and Strong Feelings

by Lamia, Mary C.

Book - 2011

Learn about different emotions, what they mean, how they make you act, and why you have them. Ages 9-12. Learn about different emotions, what they mean, how they make you act, and why you have them. Ages 9-12. Show less

Learn about different emotions, what they mean, how they make you act, and why you have them. Ages 9-12. Learn about different emotions, what they mean, how they make you act, and why you have them. Ages 9-12. Show less

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Angry Is

Angry Is

by Miller, Connie Colwell

Book - 2011

Photographs and short rhyming verses describe how it feels to be angry. Ages 4-8. Photographs and short rhyming verses describe how it feels to be angry. Ages 4-8. Show less

Photographs and short rhyming verses describe how it feels to be angry. Ages 4-8. Photographs and short rhyming verses describe how it feels to be angry. Ages 4-8. Show less

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Bounce Back

Bounce Back

How to Be A Resilient Kid

by Moss, Wendy

Book - 2016

Discusses resilience, self-regulating, making decisions, taking on challenges, and having the power to change yourself and your emotions. Ages 10-13. Discusses resilience, self-regulating, making decisions, taking on challenges, and having the power to change yourself and your emotions. Ages 10-13. Show less

Discusses resilience, self-regulating, making decisions, taking on challenges, and having the power to change yourself and your emotions. Ages 10-13. Discusses resilience, self-regulating, making decisions, taking on challenges, and having the power to change yourself and your emotions. Ages 10-13. Show less

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Stress Less!

Stress Less!

A Kid's Guide to Managing Emotions

by Sjonger, Rebecca

Book - 2016

Have you ever felt angry or unwell after fighting with a friend? Has worrying ever kept you awake at night? These are all signs of stress. Stress places extra pressure on your body and mind. Ages 6-9. Have you ever felt angry or unwell after fighting with a friend? Has worrying ever kept you awake at night? These are all signs of stress. Stress places extra pressure on your body and mind. Ages 6-9. Show less

Have you ever felt angry or unwell after fighting with a friend? Has worrying ever kept you awake at night? These are all signs of stress. Stress places extra pressure on your body and mind. Ages 6-9. Have you ever felt angry or unwell after fighting with a friend? Has worrying ever kept you awake at night? These are all signs of stress. Stress places extra pressure on your body and mind. Ages 6-9. Show less

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Meditation Is An Open Sky

Meditation Is An Open Sky

Mindfulness for Kids

by Stewart, Whitney

Book - 2015

Feeling mindful is feeling good! You know when you're having a bad day, you have that wobbly feeling inside and nothing seems to go right? Find a quiet pl...Show more Feeling mindful is feeling good! You know when you're having a bad day, you have that wobbly feeling inside and nothing seems to go right? Find a quiet place, sit down, and meditate! In this daily companion, kids of any age will learn simple exercises to help manage stress and emotions, find focus, and face challenges. They'll discover how to feel safe when scared, relax when anxious, spread kindness, and calm anger when frustrated. Simple, secular, and mainstream, this mindfulness book is an excellent tool for helping kids deal with the stresses of everyday life. Ages 4-8. Show less

Feeling mindful is feeling good! You know when you're having a bad day, you have that wobbly feeling inside and nothing seems to go right? Find a quiet pl...Show more Feeling mindful is feeling good! You know when you're having a bad day, you have that wobbly feeling inside and nothing seems to go right? Find a quiet place, sit down, and meditate! In this daily companion, kids of any age will learn simple exercises to help manage stress and emotions, find focus, and face challenges. They'll discover how to feel safe when scared, relax when anxious, spread kindness, and calm anger when frustrated. Simple, secular, and mainstream, this mindfulness book is an excellent tool for helping kids deal with the stresses of everyday life. Ages 4-8. Show less

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Breathe Like A Bear

Breathe Like A Bear

30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere

by Willey, Kira

Book - 2017

We all want to bring more calm into our lives. We all want to feel more focused and positive. Mindfulness is the key to making it happen. Breathe like a b...Show more We all want to bring more calm into our lives. We all want to feel more focused and positive. Mindfulness is the key to making it happen. Breathe like a bear guides us through fun exercises to help us relax and stretch our imaginations. Because just like we need to exercise our bodies, we need to flex our mindfulness muscles! Ages 4-8. Show less

We all want to bring more calm into our lives. We all want to feel more focused and positive. Mindfulness is the key to making it happen. Breathe like a b...Show more We all want to bring more calm into our lives. We all want to feel more focused and positive. Mindfulness is the key to making it happen. Breathe like a bear guides us through fun exercises to help us relax and stretch our imaginations. Because just like we need to exercise our bodies, we need to flex our mindfulness muscles! Ages 4-8. Show less

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8 Ways to Handle Anger (without Hitting)

8 Ways to Handle Anger (without Hitting)

DVD - 2009

In this program, the Get-Along Monsters help young children identify and handle anger in an appropriate way. Each segment combines humorous, animated segm...Show more In this program, the Get-Along Monsters help young children identify and handle anger in an appropriate way. Each segment combines humorous, animated segments and age-appropriate, live-action scenarios to demonstrate easy-to-understand skills. Each concept and skill is reviewed and reinforced with a memorable music video. Ages 3-7. Show less

In this program, the Get-Along Monsters help young children identify and handle anger in an appropriate way. Each segment combines humorous, animated segm...Show more In this program, the Get-Along Monsters help young children identify and handle anger in an appropriate way. Each segment combines humorous, animated segments and age-appropriate, live-action scenarios to demonstrate easy-to-understand skills. Each concept and skill is reviewed and reinforced with a memorable music video. Ages 3-7. Show less

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Start Smart

Start Smart

How to Handle Anger

DVD - 2015

In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are safe and appropriate ways to handle a...Show more In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are safe and appropriate ways to handle anger. Children learn that recognizing their angry feeling is the first step towards handling anger and that they can be in charge when they are able to catch their angry feelings. Viewers are also shown that talking about their angry feelings to a friend or grown-up that they trust can help to make them feel better. Ages 3-7. Show less

In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are safe and appropriate ways to handle a...Show more In this entertaining and information-packed program, children learn that it is okay to feel angry and that there are safe and appropriate ways to handle anger. Children learn that recognizing their angry feeling is the first step towards handling anger and that they can be in charge when they are able to catch their angry feelings. Viewers are also shown that talking about their angry feelings to a friend or grown-up that they trust can help to make them feel better. Ages 3-7. Show less

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Calming Angry Kids

Calming Angry Kids

Help and Hope for Parents in the Whirlwind

by Goyer, Tricia

Book - 2018

Goyer provides biblical insight-- and draws on her own experiences-- to help parents learn to calm their child's anger, as well as their own. By learning ...Show more Goyer provides biblical insight-- and draws on her own experiences-- to help parents learn to calm their child's anger, as well as their own. By learning to calm angry children-- rather than ignoring or disciplining them-- readers will learn to find hope again. Goyer includes reflection questions and actions steps that will help you defuse an angry home. Show less

Goyer provides biblical insight-- and draws on her own experiences-- to help parents learn to calm their child's anger, as well as their own. By learning ...Show more Goyer provides biblical insight-- and draws on her own experiences-- to help parents learn to calm their child's anger, as well as their own. By learning to calm angry children-- rather than ignoring or disciplining them-- readers will learn to find hope again. Goyer includes reflection questions and actions steps that will help you defuse an angry home. Show less

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The Explosive Child

The Explosive Child

A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children

by Greene, Ross W.

Book - 2014

Screaming, swearing, crying, hitting, kicking, spitting, biting...these are some of the challenging behaviors we see in kids who are having difficulty mee...Show more Screaming, swearing, crying, hitting, kicking, spitting, biting...these are some of the challenging behaviors we see in kids who are having difficulty meeting our expectations. These behaviors often leave parents feeling frustrated, angry, overwhelmed, and desperate for answers. In this fully revised and updated book, Dr. Ross Greene helps you understand why and when your child does these things and how to respond in ways that are nonpunitive, nonadversarial, humane, and effective.Dr. Greene describes how best to: Understand the factors that contribute to challenging episodes. Show less

Screaming, swearing, crying, hitting, kicking, spitting, biting...these are some of the challenging behaviors we see in kids who are having difficulty mee...Show more Screaming, swearing, crying, hitting, kicking, spitting, biting...these are some of the challenging behaviors we see in kids who are having difficulty meeting our expectations. These behaviors often leave parents feeling frustrated, angry, overwhelmed, and desperate for answers. In this fully revised and updated book, Dr. Ross Greene helps you understand why and when your child does these things and how to respond in ways that are nonpunitive, nonadversarial, humane, and effective.Dr. Greene describes how best to: Understand the factors that contribute to challenging episodes. Show less

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No-drama Discipline

No-drama Discipline

The Whole-brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture your Child's Developing Mind

by Siegel, Daniel J.

Book - 2014

The authors of the Los Angeles Times bestselling The Whole-Brain Child team up again to offer parents of children aged 2-13 a practical roadmap to effecti...Show more The authors of the Los Angeles Times bestselling The Whole-Brain Child team up again to offer parents of children aged 2-13 a practical roadmap to effective, productive, and more peaceful discipline, highlighting the fascinating and important connection between the way a parent reacts to misbehavior and a child's neurological development. The no-drama approach provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears--without causing a scene. Learn how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into a opportunity for growth which assists in breaking the cycle of negative behavior and punishment. Show less

The authors of the Los Angeles Times bestselling The Whole-Brain Child team up again to offer parents of children aged 2-13 a practical roadmap to effecti...Show more The authors of the Los Angeles Times bestselling The Whole-Brain Child team up again to offer parents of children aged 2-13 a practical roadmap to effective, productive, and more peaceful discipline, highlighting the fascinating and important connection between the way a parent reacts to misbehavior and a child's neurological development. The no-drama approach provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears--without causing a scene. Learn how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into a opportunity for growth which assists in breaking the cycle of negative behavior and punishment. Show less

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