That Makes Me Mad!

I teach 5th, used to be in K. This book will work for all ages. Younger ages is more obvious. For upper grades, discuss emotions. Write about times that make them mad, jubilant, irritated, woeful... Have them write poems "inspired by Steven Kroll."

This is a great book for learning to talk about and work through strong negative emotions, which all children have, providing a model for how to be specific about what is making you mad, and how the frustration makes you feel. It is useful for both children and adults, and is a perfect tool to help open a dialogue about emotions and anger, and how to figure out ways that children can make themselves heard in a healthy, respectful manner. If tantrums, etc., have become a big issue in your family, this is definitely worth checking out. (ReadThatAgain)