Ruby Finds a Worry (Big Bright Feelings)

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What do you do when a worry won't leave you alone? This beloved picture book from the Big Bright Feelings series is perfect for reassuring young readers in times of stress.

Meet Ruby-a happy, curious, imaginative girl. But one day, she finds something unexpected: a Worry. It's not such a big Worry, at first. But every day, it grows a little bigger…and a little bigger…until eventually, the Worry is ENORMOUS and all she can think about. Can she ever feel happy again?

But then Ruby discovers that
everyone has worries, and not only that, there's a great way to get rid of them too…she just has to share her feelings. This perceptive and poignant story is the perfect springboard for talking to children about emotions and anxieties.

The
Big Bright Feelings picture book series provides kid-friendly entry points into emotional intelligence topics-from being true to yourself to dealing with worries, managing anger, and making friends. These topics can be difficult to talk about. But these books act as sensitive and reassuring springboards for conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence, and managing feelings.

Read all the books in the Big Bright Feelings series!
Perfectly Norman | Ravi's Roar | Meesha Makes Friends | Tilda Tries Again | Milo's Monster | Finn's Little Fibs | Bea's Bad Day

Editorial Reviews

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“A priceless lesson for any child--or adult--conveyed in a beautifully child-friendly manner . . . A valuable asset to the library of a child who experiences anxiety and a great book to get children talking about their feelings.” ―Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“Focuses on the socio-emotional health of children . . . providing a window for discussions about fear and anxiety.” ―
Booklist

“Percival treats worry like a natural part of life, including the idea that sharing worries with others is a good way to ensure 'they never hung around for long.'” ―
Publishers Weekly

“A captivating tale about happiness, being yourself, and the magic of learning to spread your wings and fly.” ―
Foreword Reviews, starred review, on PERFECTLY NORMAN

“The message of acceptance . . . is presented in a child-appropriate and thoughtful manner.” ―
Booklist on PERFECTLY NORMAN

“An ideal selection for storytimes.” ―
School Library Journal on PERFECTLY NORMAN

“Percival's message is emphasized through the canny use of color as a storytelling mechanism: Norman's world is in greyscale . . . As the wings come out, Norman and everything he's near turns technicolor.” ―
Publishers Weekly on PERFECTLY NORMAN

“The contrast of black-and-white illustrations with splashes of bright color complements the story's theme. . . . A heartwarming story about facing fears and acceptance.” ―
Kirkus Reviews on PERFECTLY NORMAN

About the Author

Tom Percival had an unconventional childhood in a remote and beautiful part of South Shropshire and these formative years are almost certainly what first got him interested in writing and drawing.

Tom is now a writer, artist, video producer and musician. He is the author of many bestselling picture books, including the six titles in his award-winning Big Bright Feelings for Bloomsbury (
Perfectly Norman, Ruby's Worry, Ravi's Roar, Meesha Makes Friends, Tilda Tries Again and Milo's Monster). He lives in Gloucestershire with his partner, their two children and a dog called Luna.

tom-percival.com
@TomPercivalsays

Review:

4.9 out of 5

98.46% of customers are satisfied

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for many scenarios

T. · September 21, 2024

I have this book in my preschool classroom. I bought a second copy for my husband therapy office. Discusses that if you talk about your worries they seem smaller and not so big anymore. Good illustrations for kids too.

5.0 out of 5 stars Age appropriate

M.S. · November 10, 2024

My (almost) 4 year old started to get scared but the book got to the point in a sweet way. Very sweet book and helps open dialogue with small children

5.0 out of 5 stars Love

A. · November 14, 2023

I read this to my four year old and she loved it! It does a great job teaching kids to talk through their worry!

5.0 out of 5 stars We all experience worry from time to time.

A.C. · September 16, 2024

I love the illustrations because they reflect Ruby's inner turmoil of having a "worry". Excellent book!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

S.K. · October 7, 2024

Cute story used to teach coping with worries

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read

J.C. · January 20, 2024

My 9 yr old dtr struggles with a lot of anxiety and separation. I bought this based on reviews. This is such a lovely well written story. Focuses on how Ruby’s worry follows her around and gets larger especially if she ignores it. (That’s the part my dtr really related to) and Ruby friends a friend with a worry as well. Once they talk about it it gets smaller. I’m really glad I got this book. We still talk about it especially at school drop off when that’s really difficult for her. Since we read it often and we talk about her anxieties, she’s slowly gotten better at separating. It’s a good read for any child with worries.

4.0 out of 5 stars What a great lesson everyone can agree on.

J. · March 5, 2020

Such a great book and a good lesson for everyone.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Message for Small Minds

B. · April 15, 2024

I love the way this book introduces how to handle worries. Done with cute characters and pictures. Very age appropriate!

Great for anxiety

M.H. · August 20, 2024

Taught my child what to do when they felt worried. Now they can state they can talk to someone if they're feeling worried to feel better and shrink their worries.

This book help my daughter

V. · April 27, 2024

Helped my daughter overcome her social anxiety along with saying affirmations. So grateful for this book!!

Helps children understand "worry"

H.A. · July 13, 2023

This book is a perfect way to explain to young children about what to do with a worry. We've ready it many times and use the sharing strategy it shares. Thanks!!

little kids fret, this helps them articulate a worry

D.F. · October 1, 2023

A good primer to foster emotional intelligence.

Great book

L.V. · July 31, 2023

Great book with a sweet message.

Ruby Finds a Worry (Big Bright Feelings)

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