Books Like Goldie Is Mad
Families who loved Goldie Is Mad by Margie Palatini often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Goldie Is Mad by Margie Palatini often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is experiencing the 'red-hot' stage of a tantrum and needs to see that their big feelings are both normal and manageable. It is an ideal resource for the aftermath of a sibling spat, offering a mirror for the physical and emotional intensity of anger without shaming the child for feeling it. Goldie Is Mad follows a young girl who is sent to a time-out after her baby brother ruins her favorite doll. The story captures the internal monologue of a child cooling down, moving from righteous indignation to a calmer perspective. The expressive illustrations and relatable sibling dynamic make it perfect for children ages 3 to 7. It provides a gentle framework for discussing how to handle frustration and the importance of finding a quiet space to breathe and reset.
