Benji the Bear and the Wobbly Worries

Benji the Bear and the Wobbly Worries is a warm, reassuring picture book that helps young children understand and manage anxious feelings.

Benji is a happy bear cub who loves honey, splashing in streams, and playing with his friends in the Whispering Woods. But sometimes he feels "wobbly"-his tummy fizzles, his heart races, and his thoughts buzz with worry. When those feelings show up before a day of berry picking, Benji wants to hide, until Grandma Bear gently steps in.

Grandma introduces Benji to his Wobbly Worry Toolbox: five simple, child-friendly tools that help calm his body and steady his mind. Through breathing, grounding, imagination, kind affirmations, and creating a cozy safe space, Benji learns that worries don't have to disappear-they can shrink.

The story invites children to practice each tool alongside Benji, making it both soothing and interactive. Soft illustrations and a comforting tone reinforce safety, connection, and emotional resilience.

Perfect for ages 3-7, Benji the Bear and the Wobbly Worries is ideal for bedtime, classrooms, or counseling settings. It normalizes big feelings and empowers children with gentle strategies they can use anytime they feel overwhelmed-reminding them that it's okay to feel wobbly, and they already have what they need to feel calm and brave.