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Alycat and the Sunday Scaries by Alysson Foti Bourque

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5.0

This book made me think of, "That's What Friends Are For" a song written to raise awareness and funds for AIDs research and prevention.

Alycat and the Sunday Scaries is a heartwarming book about addressing fears with the help of friends. It is the second book I have read and reviewed by Alysson Foti Bourque, the first being Alycat and the Cattywampus Wednesday.

Alycat is afraid of Monday and all the woes it will bring. Thankfully her mom is not about to hear that and diverts her attention to something positive–time outside with her friends. During that time several fears come to light and all the friends dive in to help solve each problem.

What I Liked

- The close friendships displayed--there was no kitten left behind.

- Counting backward is used as a technique to refocus the mind.

- The collaborative spirit of the book.

What Gave Me Pause

- Not a thing!

My Key Takeaways

- In the same way that the song, "That's What Friends Are For" raised awareness and funds for Research and prevention of AIDS/HIV this book raises awareness that children can suffer from anxiety the same as adults.

- A fear unmentioned is a fear that will be left unaddressed. I wish I had realized earlier on in life that by voicing my fears aloud, I would either realize that some of them were silly, and others could be solved with the help of friends or family. God has placed us all here on this earth to love and help one another. He uses us as His arms, feet, hands, ears, eyes, mouth, and heart so that we can experience His love.

My Recommendation

- This book is good for everyone, especially for parents and teachers. It is written by a former teacher who knows about social and emotional growth issues.

Disclosure

I received a complimentary copy of Alycat and the Sunday Scaries from the author via The Children’s Book Review. This review was written voluntarily.