The Grouchy Lady Bug by Eric Carle

Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years

What this book is all about:

This is a story of a grouchy ladybug who does not like to share with others and is on the search for someone to fight with. The grouchy ladybug continues to encounter several animals, increasing in size, and learns that being grouchy isn't always the best choice.

Why you might want to read it:

Through observing the grouchy ladybug's journey children learn the benefits of good manners and friendship.

3 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:

  1. One coping skill for anger is to take a break and calm down, where is somewhere you can take a break if you are upset? Help child identify place both at home and at school.

  2. What are things that make you angry?

  3. What are ways you like to calm down?

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