Joan in the Cone

PreS-Gr 1–In this adorably illustrated story of highs and lows, Joan the dog is reminiscing on the good days when everything went her way; she now has to wear a cone and nothing is going her way. Joan takes readers through some great days that included finding hidden bones, catching every ball or Frisbee, or eating a fallen pot roast off the floor. In comparison, readers also see the bad days where Joan’s cone gets stuck in a door or her dog friends stare and laugh. Through her memories, Joan shares what caused her injury, her experience at the vet, her recovery, and, eventually, her journey to feeling better. This book provides extremely relatable ways for young children to experience emotional highs and lows, consequences, injury, convalescence, and the physical and emotional journey that healing requires. The end shows Joan experiencing new good days with the help of friends and family and reiterating the importance of resilience, community, and a positive mindset.