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by Carol Wulff (Author), Margaret R. Mauzé (Contribution by), Clare Willett (Illustrator)
William's what-if's are in the way! William has been invited to his first sleepover, and his belly is full of butterflies! He really wants to spend the night with his friends, but the uncertainty of being away from home is making him feel very anxious. What if he forgets to pack something? What if he can't fall asleep? What if he hears a noise in the middle of the night? William's what-if worries are trying to convince him to stay home, but William doesn't want to miss out on the fun! Will William overcome his fears and enjoy his first sleepover with friends?
With rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this story is designed to help a young child learn to problem-solve and reframe their worries as they face the uncertainty of new situations. A Note to Parents and Caregivers, written by board certified pediatric psychologist Margaret R. Mauzé, PhD, ABPP, provides child-friendly strategies to help a child learn how to take control over their anxious thoughts.
