Books with title Of Course It's a Big Deal: A Story about Learning to React Calmly and Appropriately

If your child overreacts, this book is for you! This entertaining story teaches kids to keep their cool, when things don't go their way. Braden brings drama to every minor misunderstanding, grievance and annoyance in his life! He overreacts in any situation that doesn't go as he has planned. What was supposed to be a carefree afternoon of go-cart racing and putt-putt golf, quickly turns sour when Braden shouts and pouts about the rules. Turns out he is too short to drive a go-cart by himself. He thinks that rule is stupid and shouts out his opinion to everyone! Will Braden ever learn to keep his cool in the face of disappointment? Will every discouraging moment send him into an emotional meltdown? <p?This story is part of the Executive Function series of books for children to help them with social-emotional learning. Reacting calmly and appropriately when things don't go your way is an important skill for kids to have. Written for kids in grades K-5,Of Course It's a Big Deal teaches kids strategies to calm down and think about whether their reaction will make things better or worse for them. Tips for parents, counselors and educators are also included.

If your child overreacts, this book is for you! This entertaining story teaches social-emotional skills to children. What was supposed to be a carefree afternoon of go-cart racing quickly turns sour when Braden shouts and pouts about the rules. Turns out he is too short to drive a go-cart by himself. Hearing his parents say the rules are the rules only makes him more upset until a major meltdown follows. Will Braden ever learn to keep his cool in the face of disappointment? Will every discouraging moment send him into an emotional meltdown? Part of the Executive Function series of books for children, Of Course It's a Big Deal! teaches kids not to overreact to situations, use flexible thinking and keep their emotions in check! This entertaining story also gives kids strategies (and benefits) for maintaining self-control and managing disappointment. Tips for Parents, teachers, coaches and counselors are also included. A great resource for children with a behavioral disorder, ADHD or autism.