My Worry Monster and Me

Sometimes, worry is just a little flutter in your tummy…sometimes it shows up like a big, glowing monster. 

Meet the Worry Monster—an uninvited guest who shows up when life feels overwhelming. Sometimes small, sometimes large, it makes everything feel bigger and scarier than it really is. But in My Worry Monster and Me, a young child discovers that there’s a way to handle this tricky monster. Inspired by real-life experiences working with children, the story follows a child as they learn how to deal with their Worry Monster, from school worries to fears about swimming lessons or even bedtime. With the help of a simple Worry Jar, the child finds a way to put their worries “away” and gain control over them.

This beautifully illustrated story uses a fun, rhyming narrative that will engage young readers and help them understand that everyone has worries. But, just like the Worry Monster, they can be tamed and transformed into something more manageable. By teaching kids to name their worries and process them, the book provides a safe, gentle tool for coping with anxiety.

My Worry Monster and Me also includes helpful back matter, offering practical tips for managing worries and step-by-step instructions for creating a Worry Jar. This hands-on activity encourages children to express their feelings and provides them with the tools to feel empowered.

Ideal for both home and classroom settings, this book is a wonderful resource for parents, educators, and therapists looking for a relatable and supportive way to help kids face their fears, build resilience, and understand that they are not alone in their worries.