What do you do when you're feeling blue--especially when your mood takes the form of a drippy, oozy monster called the Blooz? Do you ignore it? Do you ask it lots of questions? Do you give it an ice-pop and hope it goes away? Through trial and error, the child in this story discovers that while it may not be easy, it's not impossible to shake the Blooz. With a read-aloud rhythm and whimsical illustrations, this debut picture book helps children talk about emotions--and is perfect for young fans of friendly monsters.
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"The process of understanding emotion, especially for young children, can be overwhelming and abstract--the Blooz just might be the perfect concrete visual to help everyone get through those cranky days."
—Kirkus
"Debut author Levis has an impressively light touch."
—Publishers Weekly
"Blooz may be a blob, and he may be uninvited, but he is actually kinda cute, which makes this a nonthreatening tool for discussing negative emotions with young children."
—Booklist
"Children will identify with her feelings in this tale, and it will have value as a springboard for discussing sadness and how to work through it."
—School Library Journal
—Kirkus
"Debut author Levis has an impressively light touch."
—Publishers Weekly
"Blooz may be a blob, and he may be uninvited, but he is actually kinda cute, which makes this a nonthreatening tool for discussing negative emotions with young children."
—Booklist
"Children will identify with her feelings in this tale, and it will have value as a springboard for discussing sadness and how to work through it."
—School Library Journal
About the Author
CARON LEVIS enjoys working with kids, using drama and writing to teach social, emotional, communication, and literacy skills. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from the New School University and lives in her hometown of New York City. Stuck with the Blooz is her first book.
www.caronlevis.com
Jon Davis worked in 3D animation before switching to children's book illustration full time. He is the illustrator of Stuck with the Blooz and Small Blue and the Deep Dark Night, which he also wrote. Jon lives outside of London with his wife and daughter. www.jonsmind.com
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Terrific read!
Mar 21 2013
By Thea
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This is a whimsical story which gracefully captures the 'bummed out' feeling that life inevitably brings from time to time. It shows a child that he or she is in good company if they are ever having a tough day. Very playful language, and the illustrations are utterly charming. Great addition to any child's library!
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Read when not having a good day!
Mar 2 2013
By Irene's Christian Reviews
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This is a great book for any child not having a good day or going through a time that they are feeling down. I gave this book 5/5 stars. I liked the illustrations as they were very simple! I thought the words flowed well and were easy to understand. The lesson about cheering up was there but not so in your face that you felt pressured to be happy! I think this book would be good for all children to read.
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Sympathetic yet empowering
Dec 16 2012
By Todd Rosenthal
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Format:Hardcover
Caron came to talk with my daughter's class and she loved it. The book assures you that we all get the blooz but there are ways to make them go away. I also like the idea that the blooz is not necessarily a bad thing and can even be kind of adorable and cozy along the way!
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