4 Kids Books About Grumpiness & Getting Through

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Anyone else feeling a grumpier than usual these days? Kids (and adults) can find empathy, compassion and a bit of humor in these four great reads. We’ve got recommendations for infants, preschoolers, elementary schoolers & tweens.

Grumpy Bird by Jeremy Tankard. Bird wakes up grumpy: too grumpy to play, eat or fly! Learn how friendship and exercise can help ease grumpiness and look out for adorable illustrations showcasing toddler emotions. Recommended for infants & toddlers.

Grumpy Monkey Up all Night by Suzanne Lang. Ever stayed up way past your bedtime? Jim Panzee is heading to a slumber party to stay UP ALL NIGHT! Explore what happens when you stay awake too late. Recommended for toddlers & preschoolers.

A Flicker of Hope by Julia Cook. Little candle has lots of worries: making the team, social media, grades and friends. Readers are reminded that dark clouds can be temporary and asking for help is okay. Sometimes, we just need to borrow a little hope from someone else. Recommended for elementary school readers.

Shine! by J.J. Grabenstein. Piper doesn't fit in. Can she learn to shine at her new school? Will she figure out who she is and who she wants to be? Recommended for tweens/teens.