About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts expressing anxiety about world events, the environment, or the 'scary' things they hear on the news. Megan McDonald addresses the very real phenomenon of headline stress in children by following the beloved, spunky Judy Moody as she navigates a school assignment on current events. When the 'bad news' of climate change and endangered animals becomes overwhelming, Judy learns to pivot from passivity to agency. Through the creation of her own 'Sunny-Side Up' newspaper, she discovers that while we cannot ignore the world's problems, we can actively seek out and contribute to the good news. This chapter book is perfect for elementary readers needing a roadmap for turning empathy-driven worry into creative action and community engagement.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book mentions real-world stressors like climate change, endangered species, and viruses. The approach is direct but filtered through a child's perspective. It is entirely secular and reaches a hopeful, empowered resolution.
