What Do You Do With a Problem?

A child has a persistent problem that follows him as a dark, ominous, and taunting cloud, and the more he thinks and worries about the problem, the bigger it seems to get. When the problem becomes overwhelming and crippling, he has a revelation and becomes brave, takes charge, tackles the problem, and realizes that it is not a problem, but an opportunity in disguise. This picture book for K-7 could be used for read-aloud, character study, or journal writing to explore problem-solving, persistence, facing fears, anxiety, and worrying. The powerful illustrations are dramatic and change in colour and tone as the problem is faced.