Christopher's Anger

by Denise Zuckerman (2000, Western Psychological, 19.95)
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Christopher gets angry. But he doesn't get angry the way other people do. Mother yells and slams doors. Father hollers and hits. Sister broods. Baby Brother cries. But Christopher turns his anger inward. When the family becomes concerned about Christopher's anger, they ask for help from a therapist named Anna. With a serious tone and compelling illustrations, this powerful little book shows how each member of Christopher's family expresses anger in a different way--and how their various responses to anger affect one another. Color. Grades K-5. [8.5" x 11”...44 pages]

Cool Down and Work Through Anger

by Cheri Meiners (2010, Free Spirit, 10.95)
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Cool Down and Work Through Anger is an excellent book for helping children understand this unpleasant but normal emotion. The book takes an evidence-based approach which is recommended in the early childhood field. When their teacher reads this book, children will learn that feeling angry is perfectly normal but that hurting somebody because you are angry is not acceptable. The book gives very helpful strategies for helping children deal with anger. Grades PreK-3. [9” x 9”...40 pages]

The Mad Family Gets Their Mads Out

by Lynne Namka (2005, Talk, Trust, & Feel, 10.95)
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Fifty things to say and do to express anger constructively. The author presents an exploration of how anger happens, how it feels, and how it can come out in negative ways. There are several charts on how to release anger, rules for getting the mads out, and things to do later if the mads are still there. Some color. Grades 1-5. [7” x 8.5”...48 pages]

When Sophie Gets Angry—Really, Really, Angry…

by Molly Bang (2004, Blue Sky Press, 6.99)
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When Sophie gets angry, she runs and then she cries. She climbs a tree and then starts feeling better. Finally, she goes back home. Helps children explore ways to alleviate the strain that anger causes. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 10”...40 pages]

Every Time I Blow My Top I Lose My Head!

by Laura Slap-Shelton & Lawrence Shapiro (2001, Childswork/Childsplay, 19.95)
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Help kids cope with stress. Children learn different ways to handle stress and angry feelings and experience the relief that comes with learning to relax. Includes a parent`s guide to reducing stress in the home. Black and white illustrations. Grades PreK-5. [8” x 9”...62 pages]

Sometimes I'm Bombaloo

by Rachel Vail (2002, Scholastic, 6.99)
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Sometimes, Katie loses her temper. She uses her feet and her fists instead of words. When Katie is this mad, she's just not herself. Sometimes, she's Bombaloo. Being Bombaloo is scary. But a little time-out and a lot of love calm Bombaloo down and help Katie feel like Katie again. A perfect book for sharing with anyone who is, sometimes, Bombaloo. Grades PreK-1. [10” x 8”...32 pages]

Josh's Smiley Faces: A Story About Anger

by Gina Ditta-Donahue (2003, Magination Press, 9.95)
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When Josh is angry, he throws his toys, breaks things, and even hits his little brother. Mom says it's time for Josh to learn better ways to get his mad feelings out. With the help of a chart of smiley faces, Josh starts to use his words, get along better with others and feel more "smiley" himself! In a "Note to Parents," the author discusses anger and the shaping of behavior with reward programs. Color. Grades K-5. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

When I Feel Angry

by Cornelia Spelman (2000, Whitman, 6.95)
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A little rabbit describes what makes her angry, as well as the different ways she controls it. The author makes it clear that we can prevent anger that hurts others. She also shares with adults ways to manage uncomfortable feelings. Color. Grades K-1. [8” x 10”...24 pages]

This book is part of the popular "The Way I Feel Series."

The Very Angry Day That Amy Didn't Have

by Lawrence Shapiro (1994, Ctr. for App. Psychology, 12.50)
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Margaret and Amy are two girls in the same class who coincidentally are both having a very difficult day. But Margaret makes things worse by her reactions, making people mad at her, and Amy finds ways to solve the various problems she encounters. Amy doesn't end up having an "angry day" because she copes with frustration, finds solutions, and respects the feelings of others. Grades K-3. [8” x 9”...30 pages]

The Hating Book

by Charlotte Zolotow (1969, HarperCollins, 6.99)
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A hurt little girl tells about a misunderstanding with her friend. Her mother repeatedly suggests that she talk to her friend and find out why she is ignoring her. She finally does and they clear up the situation. Color. Grades K-2. [7” x 6.5”...32 pages]

I Feel Angry

by Brian Moses (1999, Sundance Publishing, 7.50)
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Students are told that it really doesn’t accomplish much when you do things because you are angry. The book describes through its characters how both parents and teachers can get frustrated, and even angry, when students don’t cooperate. Also, when they throw things, make fun of someone, or copy answers on a test. It concludes with this final suggestion on controlling anger, "But the thing that helps most is talking about how I feel." [7.5” x 8”...32 pages each]

This book is part of the popular Kid-to-Kid Series.

From Mad to Worse

by Jim & Joan Boulden (1995, Boulden Publishing, 5.95)
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A story/workbook that focuses on various school scenarios. Sue loses control of her anger and then learns of alternative ways to express her feelings. More than a simple story, you will find the worksheets and anger control tips extremely helpful. Grades 3-5. [7” x 9”...32 pages]

Mad Me

by Jim & Joan Boulden (1995, Boulden Publishing, 4.95)
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A simplified version of From Mad to Worse. This book is more appropriate for younger children. Grades K-2. [7” x 9”...16 pages]

I Was So Mad

by Norma Simon (1974, Whitman, 6.99)
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Descriptions of situations which provoke anger in young children are described—sibling rivalry, parental annoyance, school difficulties, etc. Each vignette is accompanied with humorous pen-and-ink drawings and gives the message that these feelings are normal. Color. Grades K-3. [8” x 9”...36 pages]

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