Ruby's Worry

Ruby is a happy, curious and imaginative girl. One day she discovers something unexpected: a Worry. At first it is not a big one, but every day it grows a little larger, and then a little larger again. Eventually it becomes enormous, and it is all Ruby can think about.

Then Ruby befriends a young boy and learns that everyone has worries. She also finds out there is a good way to get rid of them.

This gentle, perceptive picture book gives adults and children a way to talk about emotional intelligence and about worries that stay hidden. It belongs to the Big Bright Feelings series, whose picture books introduce emotional topics in a kid-friendly way, from being true to yourself and worrying to managing anger and making friends. These subjects can be hard to raise, and the books are meant to open reassuring conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, self-confidence and handling feelings.