Illustrated by Nigel Baines.
First published by Lion Children’s Books, 2020.
ISBN 9780745978444, 64 pages, 17 x 21cm paperback.
The good thing about bad days is that they come to an end.
A warm and practical book full of advice, suggested activities and encouraging messages to help young children (5-9 years) express and cope with their emotions, to reassure them about handling situations and to raise their self-esteem.
Includes space for journaling and doodling. Scattered throughout are verses from Psalms and other books of the Bible, and quotations from other sources.
There is a parent section providing additional advice by Dr Claire Parsons, a Christian GP, and a list of websites and contacts as resources and support for children and parents.
Praise for The Good Thing About Bad Days
“We all experience dark days and children are not immune from this. Margaret McAllister doesn’t shy away from these difficult topics, nor does she dwell on them too much. This book provides tangible, practical advice that will help children directly as well as parents, practitioners and friends. I commend this book to anyone who knows a young child.”
—Ruth Jackson, Editor of Premier Youth and Children’s Work.