“...a beautifully written and illustrated picture book that gently guides children in understanding anxiety through compassion, resilience, empathy, curiosity, and confidence. Caroline’s journey offers an encouraging message for young children, showing them that their big feelings can be understood and managed with support and courage. [This book] is a valuable resource for families, classrooms, and libraries, encouraging important conversations about emotional wellness, inclusion, and self-confidence.”
—Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa, Editor & Author of the Nicky series

“Every child I know has worried about not having someone to play with. Little things can feel pretty big when you’re small. This bright and lively book offers six doable strategies for calming racing minds. Kids will want to find out what’s in Caroline’s treasure chest that helps her when she feels anxious. By the end, they’ll come away more relaxed and ready with their own tools to pull out when they’re faced with uncertainty. Adults and kids alike will benefit!”
—Sallianne Norelli, MS Ed, Founder of The Picture Book Library, author of The Fib, Elementary Teacher & School Librarian