FICTION

The Worry Box

by Suzanne CHIEW
32p. Tiger Tales. Mar. 2018. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781680100839.
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PreS-Gr 2—Murray is a young bear who worries about everything, especially when it comes to making new friends. Fortunately, he has a great older sister named Molly who tells him about her worry box. Every time she feels worried, she writes it down and puts it in the box so it won't stop her from having fun. But will this solution work for her apprehensive younger brother? This is a book that many children will relate to. Young listeners will enjoy the large and attractive illustrations. The background colors slowly change as the animals progress through the bright daylight into dusk. The pictures have a soft, sometimes muted, appearance. The entertaining bears and rabbits have human qualities while still retaining their animal characteristics.
VERDICT A good read-aloud that offers opportunities for one-on-one or classroom discussion. A worthwhile addition for most collections.
Reviewed by Barbara Spiri, Southborough Library, MA , Apr 01, 2018

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