12 Annoying Monsters: Self-talk for kids with anxiety

Definitely not geared toward elementary aged kids, even though the description indicated this is for aged 8 and above. Middle school and above, I would say. Way too wordy and dry. Plus, they use words like crap and hell, which I don't feel is appropriate for kids in elementary school. Not useful for my needs based on these 2 factors. Maybe useful as a parent resource in talking to your child, but not as advertised.

Great concept but in an effort to be casual or relatable (?) some of the language or wording was not too kid friendly. I was working with a 7 year old who kept asking me if this book was for kids and noticed the word "hell" was used...

I thought the tone and amount of content were just right for pre-teens and teens who might feel constantly preached at by parents. The author provides age-appropriate examples of what it might feel or look like to experience some of the emotions discussed, and strategies someone might try to overcome them. I especially liked the section about how to take care of yourself, eat right, get enough and the right kind of rest. All important stuff!

We have tried so many books and workbooks for my anxious 6 year old son and this is the one that 'spoke to him' and has been an ongoing, useable resource. I found the information in the book really helpful for understanding anxiety and particularly the body's response to it, and then the 12 monsters themselves are a useful tool for a child to identify with. Reading the title of each made me smile as Dawn Meredith certainly has done an amazing job of identifying the different types of anxiety. Thank you for this book, it really has made a difference to us, and I've recommended it to others many times.

I love our fears put into pictures of monsters. They really are monsters. Love all the ideas. So much good information in this book.

Not for kids. Too wordy.

Great discussion points for my kid clients in therapy. The illustrations could have been better/more poignant but I like the simple explanations.

Great for children with anxiety. My child found this helpful.

very helpful with my work

Great

My son found it helpful