A simple and effective picture book to help kids overcome disappointment, adapt to change and inspire a positive outlook, optimism and resilience. Teach optimism and how to cope with disappointment to even the youngest children (2+) through simple practical explanations and pictures that empower kids to choose to focus on what they can control to make the best of the situation.

Disappointment is a Wave shares simple nature-based strategies to help kids transform disappointment into proactive optimism and adaptability. Help children (or your inner child) focus on what they can control instead of what they can't control to make the best of the situation.

5-Star Editorial Review

"Disappointment is a Wave (Emotion Series) by Lauren Martin is an educational picture book for young children. Disappointment is a common emotion we all feel regularly. Unfortunately, children feel it too. There's no need for concern because Lauren Martin is back with another in her series, this one dealing specifically with disappointment. Like some of Lauren's other books, this one focuses on teaching children that they are in control when it comes to their emotions. They will learn how to see things differently and be provided with the tools they need to combat negative feelings. Don't delay in purchasing this useful book as it will help your child enormously. Disappointment is a Wave (Emotion Series) impressed me from the very first page. It's no secret that I have had the enjoyment of reading some of Lauren Martin's other books, and I can confidently say that with each one I have read, they have only become better. Lauren has a way of grabbing the reader's attention from the moment they see the front cover. As soon as I saw her name, I didn't hesitate in choosing to read it. I always enjoy reading Lauren's work and she has some seriously awesome illustrative skills that children will love and appreciate. I hope that she continues to write these important and entertaining books for children to learn from, and I look forward to reading them." Reviewed by Amy Louise Hill for Readers' Favorite

Social Emotional Learning standards are quickly becoming mandatory in many school districts. Teach your children to manage negative emotions in positive and productive ways with this fun and simple emotional intelligence and self-regulation book. Every picture book is accompanied with a reading response activity for parents, teachers, therapists or school social workers to lead an effortless discussion or lesson on emotional intelligence.

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If you like Mo Willem's Are You Ready to Play Outside? or Let's Go For a Drive!, you will love this short and sweet picture book that helps even the youngest readers have a positive outlook to look for the silver lining of any disappointing situation. With the emotional regulation concepts of the Ninja Life Hacks, Slumberkins or A Little Spot of Emotion book sets, Disappointment is a Wave is applicable to all contexts to help any child adapt to change, overcome disappointment, and promote positivity, optimism and resilience. Perfect for boys, girls, early readers, primary school students, toddlers or any child or adult age 2 - 12+. Make adult concepts of overcoming disappointment, fostering positivity and optimism and finding the silver lining simple and effective for toddlers and preschoolers to teens and young adults.

5-Star Editorial Review