Wally Is Worried

<p>Wally is the biggest roundest watermelon in the garden-and his head is full of worries. From tiny what-ifs to watermelon-sized fears Wally worries about everything: being too green getting picked too early or worse... ending up seedless.</p><p></p><p>Despite his friends' best efforts to help Wally just can't shake his anxious thoughts. But when a stormy night rolls him far from home he discovers he's not alone. His fruit and veggie pals share clever strategies to calm his body quiet his mind and find his brave.</p><p></p><p>Wally Is Worried is a heartwarming picture book that supports social-emotional learning and emotional regulation. Through playful storytelling and relatable characters children learn tools like soup breaths worry stomps and flipping the script-simple techniques they can use to manage their own anxiety.</p><p></p><p>This story gently empowers children to recognize their worries explore their feelings and try mindfulness-based coping skills in a safe supportive way. With vibrant illustrations and memorable moments it opens the door to important conversations about emotions and courage.</p><p></p><p>Ideal for ages 4-8 this book is a valuable addition to classroom libraries counseling offices and calm-down corners. A gentle empowering resource for parents teachers and counselors seeking worry books for kids or SEL-aligned stories to help little ones navigate big feelings.</p>