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I Am Stuck

by Julia Mills

A friend beside you when feelings feel stuck

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A friend beside you when feelings feel stuck

When Turtle is stranded on his shell, Duck and other animal friends offer practical suggestions, but none seems to work. The predicament gives this picture-book story a concrete way to explore frustration and the difficulty of shifting a tough mood. Friendship and laughter become part of the support, while back matter offers simple mindfulness activities involving noticing, smelling, talking, and taking a deep breath. The book connects an animal-character problem with tools for recognizing and working through difficult emotions.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring frustration and other difficult feelings
  • Families and educators seeking a story that introduces mindfulness practices
  • Young readers who enjoy animal characters and friendship stories

Themes

Frustration and difficult emotionsFriendship and supportLaughterMindfulness

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Book overview

A tender (and humorous!) look at the way tough emotions can make us feel stuck and how the presence of a good friend and a deep belly laugh can make it easier to get through stormy feelings. Complete with back matter to help stuck readers feel better through noticing, smelling, talking, and taking a deep breath, this is a perfect pick for those who loved Grumpy Monkey and The Rabbit Listened.

"Stuck?" asks Duck. Yep, Turtle is flipped over on his shell and can't seem to get un-stuck. Duck suggests wiggling his feet, Kangaroo wants him to wag his tail, and Armadillo says rolling into a ball always does the trick. But Turtle is STILL. STUCK.

Is there anyone who can help?

This wise and humorous story reminds us that when we're feeling down, sometimes what we need most is a friend by our side--and a deep belly laugh--to help us get back on our feet again.

    A social-emotional learning story about how to navigate frustrating emotions.Features a sweet and funny friendship.Charming artwork depicts adorable, instantly lovable characters.Includes tips for practicing mindfulness.
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