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Tag: Anxiety
Book Review: Popcorn by Rob Harrell
Think of every awful disaster that could befall a middle schooler on picture day, and it happens to poor Andrew.
Why Isabel Is Invisible, a guest post by Sally J. Pla
It is my mission to populate children’s literature with as many natural, relatable, neurodivergent characters as I can. No more invisibility! No stigma, no shame.
On Learning to be Kinder to Your Imperfect Self, a guest post by Marisa Kanter
In Finally Fitz, I wanted to write a mental health representation that felt true to my experience, one where the symptoms aren’t so obvious in a culture that conflates perfectionism with ambition.
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On Middle Grade and the Present Moment, a guest post by Anne Ursu
These books all share anxiety as a theme, but in conversation with each other they feel like they are capturing something essential about the power of middle grade books.
Getting Kids “Unstuck” As Writers, a guest post by Barbara Dee
In UNSTUCK Ms. Bowman suggests various strategies for overcoming writer’s block. My hope is that kids will try some of these strategies the next time they’re “stuck” in their writing
Book Review: Drawing Deena by Hena Khan
Deena's authentic voice will immediately draw in readers who will be glad to see her learn to be more open with her family, find a mentor for her art, and get the help she needs to deal with her anxiety.
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Book Review: Diary of a Confused Feminist by Kate Weston
A hilarious and engaging look at the life of a self-deprecating teenage feminist facing all the ups and downs of life. A great read.
Book Review: Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything by Justine Pucella Winans
A highly anxious teen with a long list of fears is forced to tackle them all at once (and add new ones) when they witness the murder (Fear #3) of a neighbor.
Fear Itself: How Anxiety and Horror Walk Hand in Hand, a guest post by Kyrie McCauley
When I began to write All the Dead Lie Down, I was imagining what it would be like to have anxiety and be dropped into the middle of an actual Gothic novel.
Book Review: Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee
Haven's eco-anxiety is not unique to her, but by witnessing her experiences with it, readers get an important look at how anxiety about climate change is affecting kids and, for those who feel the same as Haven, an important look at another kid feeling how they feel.
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